Private Markets Product -Program Management – Managing Director

Private Markets Product -Program Management – Managing Director

Who we are looking for

State Street is making a multi-year strategic investment in Private Markets. We are looking for a deeply qualified, experienced, private markets product individual to lead our complex program management for our alternatives private markets product. This individual must bring strong experience in both private markets and in program/project management execution and be skilled in managing multi-year programs consisting of complex business transformation and technology development across front, middle, and back office operating models in the alternatives private markets segment. The successful candidate must have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, and an understanding of our alternatives private markets business which includes our private equity, private credit, real assets and fund of funds segments. This position will interact with, and have exposure to the highest levels of executive management within State Street and within our clients’ organizations.

The Private Markets Global Head of Program Management is responsible for planning, execution and governance of State Street’s Private Markets product investment strategy.

What you will be responsible for

As Private Markets Product Program Manager you will

• Be responsible for managing the multi-year investment strategy portfolio of programs for the private markets product team
• Understands the impact of change on key stakeholder groups (clients, regulators, employees, shareholders and partners)
• Establishes program milestone planning and sequencing

• Ensures stakeholders are engaged and aligned on the strategy and execution plan
• Navigate complex client relationships, build strong business relationships, and manage expectations with client stakeholders (as needed)
• Provide regular status updates and supporting program management reports as needed

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Ability to utilize facts and data to inform decision making
• Ability to distill complex information into clear, concise actionable insights for senior management
• Strong quantitative and qualitative problem-solving skills
• Strong work-ethic with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills to clearly articulate ideas and ability to use experience and analysis to gain support and work with internal and external parties
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities at once, including quick turn-around high priority items

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 15+ years of financial industry work experience
• MBA, CFA, CAIA or PMP preferred
• Financial analysis skills
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

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 communiti