Who we are looking for

The Performance & Analytics Product organization is recruiting for a global Head of Product Development to execute on the strategy for the business and lead the performance product roadmap. State Street’s product office is responsible for continuous product innovation and platform modernization and requires experienced leaders in product development to engage across the organization and ensure delivery against milestones towards target state.

As Product Development Manager you will lead a diverse team of subject matter experts, product owners, and business analysts across multiple geographies. The role reports to the Performance & Analytics Global Product Executive.

Responsibilities

Why this role is important to us

You will be joining the Institutional Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship — for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer — across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

The Performance & Analytics Product Development Manager will have responsibility for the following

• Working closely with the Product Executive and Product Managers to set the strategy for the business and required investment
• Document product gaps and plans to close gaps assessing the impact on client satisfaction, competitive positioning and strategic objective of State Street
• Own and lead the product development roadmap
• Own the demand management process for the prioritization of investment spend on an annual and 3 year rolling basis
• Manage a team of product owners and business analysts, workload balancing across the team to meet demand in a dynamic environment
• Partner closely with the Technology and Global Delivery organization to lead change whilst assessing impact on the operating model and technology architecture
• Work across products to improve the client experience through iterative feature function improvement
• Own the annual budget spend for the product and make assessments on ability to execute programs of work, securing sufficient time, resources and investment
• Establish robust stakeholder management processes
• Lead the data integration transition of business onto State Street’s strategic data platform and cloud-based performance application

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Deep subject matter expertise of the Performance & Analytics products and technologies available in the industry
• Prior experience of successfully delivering change in a complex environment whilst managing competing environments
• Proven change agents with track record of delivery
• Data expert with experience in modern data management techniques
• Budget and finance skills
• Proven record of delivering projects using Agile and Waterfall techniques
• Track record of engagement with complex clients, solutioning operating models and translating requirements into feature function capability for State Street platforms
• Strong team management skills, ability to motivate individuals through dynamic workloads
• Strong stakeholder management skills with an ability to navigate organization through the solution delivery cycle

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ year's experience in product development
• Worked in Product organizations in prior roles
• Operated at a global level
• Prior experience working in Operations and/or technology
• Consultative experience working with institutional investors
• Strong team leadership and management skills

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You’ll have access to Flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Salary Range:

$170,000 - $267,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.