Account Services - Middle Office - Senior Manager

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Job Posting Title Officer – Account Services - F2B - ALPHA Amend text in RED, change to BLACK and paste into Job Description Who We Are Looking For A high energy team consisting of analysts in the UK facilitating Transitional events for the leading Asset Management companies. Transitional activity includes: Help manage new business/client take-on for the MO client base, incorporating fund launches, in-specie, changes of custody, mergers and closures. Undertake full analysis of client request to ensure event is implemented in line with expectations and within designated timeframes. Liaise with all areas of State Street to help implement clients request. Working closely with other MO teams and also Custody/Fund accounting groups. Ensure all activities are compliant with corporate standards and business objectives. Maintain clear and effective communications with immediate colleagues and Management. Identify data or accounts trends for discussion in group meetings. Remain familiar with back-up procedures when system applications and/or transmission problems arise. Build cooperative and professional internal/external relationships achieving group and client goals. Utilize all available resources throughout SSC. Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant regulations. Assist in the implementation of Organizational strategies and goals. Why This Role Is Important To Us The team you will be joining is a part of Middle office function (F2B - ALPHA). Alpha team is also known as Front to Back office strategy asset management. These services are fully integrated to provide complete end-to-end solutions that span the front-, middle- and back-office requirements of institutional investors. What You Will Be Responsible For As Officer you will: Co-ordination of new account openings, closures and transfers of stock and cash for IMS. Identify, evaluate and track progress of project risks, issues and dependencies, escalating them appropriately when unsure Collaboration with client and other State Street teams using communication and the appropriate level of literacy skills required to help deliver transitional changes on time. Help run weekly pipeline calls with the client to keep track of in-flight activity providing feedback and expert analysis What We Value Efficient on Excel and other MS office products. SQL knowledge would be advantageous Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to analyse on the spot Good time management & leadership qualities Strong communication and client service skills to audiences of different sizes and levels of seniority Must be self-motivated, adaptable and show initiative in different circumstances and under pressure. Commercial acumen – Understanding of delivering operations in line with cost/budgets Able to drive pay for performance and culture of performance differentiation within teams Strong understanding of the risk and controls environment within a G-SIFI firm, and as such a desire to embed a risk excellence culture across teams Executive presence, managing with influence and effective communication across stakeholder groups both regionally and globally Flexibility in working outside of your responsibilities and areas of expertise - Taking accountability of end-to-end outcomes as an enterprise, collaborating across functions/business and locations Client centric attitude in managing, prioritising and delivering operations and services Result-oriented with an ownership and accountability mindset Education & Preferred Qualifications Graduate or Master degree prefer Fianncial Services or Accounting Qualifications are a plus Additional Requirements Confident, out-going personality with ability to make decisions and liaise with other professionals Team player. Must be willing to learn and assist colleagues in their day-to-day responsivities sometimes working against tight deadlines. 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 in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Job ID: R-774005 Show more Show less