State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is a global leader in institutional asset management, entrusted with more than $4.7 trillion in assets. For more than three decades, investors worldwide have benefited from our disciplined, precise investment process and powerful global platform offering access to every major asset class, capitalization range and style across the indexing and active spectrums. SSGA is the investment management arm of State Street Corporation, one of the world’s leading providers of financial services to institutions.
Markets Intelligence & Strategic Insights (MISI) is the business unit within the Business Office at State Street Global Advisors that houses our Strategy & Planning team. The business unit supports the organization in reporting & analytics, data infrastructure/quality, sales enablement as well as Strategy and Planning. The vision of the MISI team is to be an indispensable information resource for SSGA to help achieve desired goals and objectives. Our mission is to use information to provide a reliable foundation for decision-making, strategy development, opportunity realization and targeted business improvements.
This role will serve as a key resource supporting the Americas region and report to the Americas Business Strategy Lead.
As An Americas Business Strategy Analyst, AVP You Will
- Provide strategy development, consultation and analytical support for regional Strategic Initiatives including strategic investments/M&A, operating model design, territory design, etc.
- Work closely with business and distribution leadership to support annual business planning process including the development of country and region level priorities and product targets; provide ongoing monitoring throughout year on progress.
- Support the development/enhancement of our Client Segmentation/Tiering process to ensure organization remains targeted with focused distribution efforts
- In partnership with Data Intelligence and Analytics team, enhance management reporting [serving as client data SME]
- Stay on top of trends impacting the Americas Asset Management landscape and using both internal and external data sources, held develop narratives that provide key market overviews to help inform strategic decision making
These Skills Will Help You Succeed In This Role
- Strong experience in the asset management industry or related Financial Services experience (4-6 years)
- Operated in a business analyst role or equivalent at a large scale asset management organization or at a Top-Tier Strategy or Financial Services Consulting firm
- Ability to use data to tell a story; strong executive presence
- Sufficient gravitas and confidence to engage senior partners with credibility
- Ability to take ownership and initiative, to influence and build consensus
- Strong Excel, PowerPoint skills
- Desire to develop an understanding of the global ETF landscape and SSGA’s business lines across ETFs, Cash and Retirement
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
$80,000 - $132,500 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.
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