Location: Boston

Reporting to the Global Head of Product Innovation, the Fixed Income Asset Class Product Head will lead a team responsible for creating and developing a pipeline of innovative products that differentiate SSGA from their competitors and enhance SSGA’s prospects for revenue and asset growth.

The individual will have a deep understanding of regional client needs, competitive dynamics, regulatory trends across Fixed Income.

Primary Responsibilities

• Managing a team of subject matters experts with a coaching and motivational leadership style that develops a culture of innovation, agility and high performance.
• Maintain a high level of communication with investment teams and regional distribution leaders, ensuring product strategy needs and expectations are fulfilled.
• Monitor and analyze market evolution and emerging trends to strengthen product offerings and performance.
• Develop a deep understanding of asset class(es) and market dynamics to effectively manage product offerings.
• Lead the development of a pipeline for innovative products that differentiate our offerings from competitors and drive revenue growth.
• Engage in building frameworks that consider client needs, competitive dynamics, and regulatory trends to influence product design and roadmap.

Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Fixed Income investments acumen with deep knowledge across the asset class and the application to product ecosystem.
• Experience working with varied client types and knowledge of how client needs influence product design and strategy
• Strong knowledge of the asset management industry including investors types, distribution channels, competitor landscape, investment products
• Demonstrable track record of delivering successful product outcomes
• Experienced leadership and people management skills with a demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate teams towards achieving common goals.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to inform decision making

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 Global Advisors

What We Do. As the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, State Street Global Advisors has served the world’s governments, institutions and financial advisors for over four decades. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis and market-tested experience, we build from a breadth of active and index strategies to create cost-effective solutions. As stewards, we help portfolio companies see that what is fair for people and sustainable for the planet can deliver long-term performance. And, as pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become one of the world’s largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under our care.

Our Mission. At State Street Global Advisors our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. We are driven by a desire to help our clients, and those who rely on them, achieve a better future. We have a long history of developing innovative investment strategies to provide our clients with reliable and transparent returns, cost-effectively, and without excessive risk.

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:

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.

Job Application Disclosure:

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