Strategy & Market Solutions Associate Director

Job Description

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?


Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

The Impact you will have in this role:


The Associate Director, Strategy and Market Solutions is a critical role in the Strategy & Market Solutions team, the strategic arm of DTCC's Clearing & Securities Services business. This individual will work cross-functionally to identify market opportunities, develop strategic plans, and deliver innovative solutions that align with DTCC's mission to protect and advance the global financial markets. The role also supports enterprise planning, strategic communications, and cross-functional execution of high-impact initiatives.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Assess market trends, competitive dynamics, and client needs to inform DTCC's product and service roadmap.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Product Management, Risk, Technology, Legal, and Operations) to develop and implement market solutions.
• Drive the development of business cases for new initiatives, including financial modeling, risk analysis, and go-to-market strategies.
• Support executive decision-making through the preparation of presentations, reports, and strategic recommendations.
• Monitor industry developments and regulatory changes to assess their impact on DTCC's strategic direction.
• Gather insights from client working groups and incorporate them into strategic planning and solution design.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams and ensure alignment with enterprise goals and timelines.
• Contribute to annual planning, budgeting, and enterprise goal-setting processes.
• Partner with Talent and Finance teams to align strategic initiatives with organizational capabilities and resource planning.
• Mitigates risk by following established procedures and monitoring controls, spotting key errors and demonstrating strong ethical behavior.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience

Talents Needed for Success:

• Degrees in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Relevant experience in strategy, consulting, financial services, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills; experience working with senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and drive cross-functional collaboration.

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

About Us

With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC's subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC's Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at or connect with us on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you'll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It's the chance to make a difference at a company that's truly one of a kind.

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About the Team

Clearing & Securities Services group delivers world-class safety and soundness for the global financial services industry. The team provides DTCC's portfolio of core securities business, including Institutional Trade processing and First Line Resilience and Control to facilitate better end-to-end planning and prioritization as well as enable more coordinated and seamless delivery of capabilities and services for our clients.