Risk & Performance Ready Data - Alpha Data Services, VP

Who we are looking for

State Street Alpha Data Service (ADS) is the data‑as‑a‑service provider that is the backbone of the Alpha front to back strategy. Combining both technology and service provision to deliver significant data management value to our clients. We’re looking for a candidate to lead our ADS, Analytics team.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is part of a global, cross‑divisional group supporting State Street AlphaSM. State Street AlphaSM redefines the common definition of ‘alpha’ to mean powering better performance and outcomes at every point on the investment lifecycle and is the first open platform from a single provider that connects the front, middle and back office. It harmonizes data, technology and services across trusted providers to help our clients better manage their businesses. Join us if making your mark in an ever‑changing, increasingly complex and competitive industry is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As the ADS Risk & Performance Ready Data Lead we are looking for the following:

• Strategic Intent - Primary goal is to develop and commercialize a service model for Risk & Performance Ready Data which is interoperable with 3rd party risk vendors, 3rd party OMS providers, 3rd party IBOR providers, and the Alpha Platform
• Develop and implement the client servicing model working closely with Alpha Product and Global Delivery
• Develop an operating and servicing model to integrate the Alpha platform with risk, performance and analytics – across Axioma/Factset/MSCI/BBG Port and Alpha products such as CR Analytics and Opturo.
• Engage directly with Alpha solutioning teams and clients to solution and implement the operational control framework
• Work with Alpha sales & Commercial team to create client awareness and generate revenues
• Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the client servicing teams to ensure client SLA & KPI's are met
• Continually assess and contribute to produce enhancements, software quality and other improvements that could be implemented to improve how the support team monitor and triage issues

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Demonstrate excellent communication skills across all channels and levels of recipients including team members, colleagues, clients at all levels including C suite.
• Demonstrate excellent motivational skills and lead by example in all areas.
• Support a culture of commitment, team work and productivity alongside diversity and work life balance.
• Must have experience in managing data in a Front, Middle and Back Office support
• Strong conceptual understanding of fixed income and derivative pricing models, as well as the various datasets informing these models (i.e. swap/credit curves, volatilities, etc.)
• Prior experience directly supporting Investment professionals is a plus.
• Experience partnering with senior Technology professionals in order to develop Product solutions which help improve the quality of Investment data
• Extensive experience with Financial Services data domains – Security Master, Benchmarks, Positions, Transactions, Cash, Performance, Analytics etc.
• Intimate knowledge of Front Office workflows (Portfolio construction, Trading, Risk, Compliance) and the role that investment analytics plays in supporting these processes.
• Knowledge of industry performance and attribution platforms and the associated market data providers.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• University degree in the field of computer science, data management or other financial services technical field
• CFA Qualifications
• 15+ years in data management, product and market data roles and responsibilities
• Good knowledge of Axioma/MSCI/Factset/BBG Port – strongly preferred.

Salary Range

$110,000 - $207,500 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.

Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid‑time off including vacation, sick leave, short‑term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance‑based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax‑advantaged savings plans.

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work‑life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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