Head of Tax Product - North America, Managing Director - State Street Corporation
Boston, MA 02298
About the Job
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on State Street to help them manage risk, respond to challenges through solutions, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged professionals are essential to our success.
We're looking for someone with a tax advisory background who can blend strong tax technical interpretation with commercial pragmatism to be our regional lead for Tax Product in North America. You will be of flexible disposition and enjoy working in a dynamic environment where your responsibility spans across major projects, product and service design, tax technical risk oversight and direct contact with clients across the US, Canada and beyond.
Job Specifications:
Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
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 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:
$170,000 - $267,500 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.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
State Street's Speak Up Line
We're looking for someone with a tax advisory background who can blend strong tax technical interpretation with commercial pragmatism to be our regional lead for Tax Product in North America. You will be of flexible disposition and enjoy working in a dynamic environment where your responsibility spans across major projects, product and service design, tax technical risk oversight and direct contact with clients across the US, Canada and beyond.
Job Specifications:
- Drive custody and fund tax services' strategic direction in the North American region, weighing tax technical and operational risks with commercial opportunities and client deliverables.
- Work closely with partners in Product, Operations, Technology and Corporate functions to execute business unit strategy, product and geographic expansion efforts, and a scalable technology and operating model solution.
- Provide oversight for US and Canadian mutual fund, pension fund and alternative funds tax compliance services and work with internal and external stakeholders to identify and solution new service opportunities.
- Engage and develop relationships with key clients and third parties including consultants and tax advisors.
- Act as a tax product lead for RFPs and represent State Street in client pitches together with senior business owners. Lead standardization of custody and funds tax presentations and marketing materials from a global and regional perspective.
- Through active engagement with industry associations and private/public forums on tax matters, drive initiatives aimed at simplifying tax operational processes and opportunities for tax optimization.
Job Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
- 10+ years of funds or custody tax experience; excellent knowledge of US funds tax compliance regimes is essential.
- Demonstrable leadership skills and the ability to positively influence colleagues in other functional areas, including non-tax professionals.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax matters in concise, accurate, layperson terms.
- Qualification in tax is essential, either as an attorney, tax accountant or tax advisor.
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 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:
$170,000 - $267,500 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.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
State Street's Speak Up Line
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