State Street Global Advisors - Head of Performance & Analytics, Managing Director - State Street

State Street Global Advisors manages over $4 Trillion in AUM globally across a full spectrum of asset classes and investment styles. Accurate and timely performance and analytics data is key for our Investment team, our clients and for internal governance.

The SSGA Head of Performance & Analytics is responsible for all performance lifecycle activities including the following key responsibilities:

• Own performance & analytics policies and standards – and ensure these are correctly applied in performance lifecycle activities.
• Ownership of performance lifecycle activities – which includes performance returns calculations, attribution and explanation of results and deviations.
• Management and oversight of outsourced activities to agreed service levels, including the production of monthly performance and attribution reports.
• Set and execute the strategy for the function – including IT roadmap in the context of our broader Middle Office IT strategy.
• Drive establishment of SSGA Performance & Analytics team through centralization of responsibilities and transition of analysis work from Investment teams.
• Act as visible owner and leader for Performance & Analytics within SSGA.
• Manage the SSGA retained Performance & Analytics team – responsible for delivering support and services that allow Portfolio Managers to focus on their core responsibilities.
• As Data Owner for performance data, understand consumer data requirements across the organization and drive execution of improvements.
• Lead domain engagement on key firmwide transversal initiatives.
• Oversight application of GIPS performance standards; and reporting.

The position sits within the SSGA COO organization, reporting to the Global Head of Strategic Partner Oversight.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Partnership: the ability to partner effectively and constructively to deliver results.
• Stakeholder Management: understand the needs of our various stakeholders, develop strong relationships, effective communications.
• Strategic Execution: the ability to set and execute a strategic plan for the function.
• Leadership: strong, visible leadership that will reinforce the purpose and value of the SSGA retained Performance and Analytics team.
• Technical skills: strong domain knowledge is required.

The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and track record of success including:

• Strong experience in the financial services industry for +12-15 years.
• BA/ BS or equivalent degree, preferably with a financial or business discipline; completion of CFA is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and manage expectations in a fast paced, complex environment.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently.
• The ability to manage a team creating an environment of cohesion and engagement.
• Strong ability to motivate, mentor and engage high performing teams.
• Strong active listening skills, highly collaborative, and transparent.
• A risk-excellence leader.

About State Street:

State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world.

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive.

We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Salary Range: $160,000 - $250,000 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified.