Job Description

Who we are looking for

The SSBI Business Project Management Team drives the successful execution of initiatives for internal and external clients of State Street Bank International GmbH.

We are currently seeking a seasoned and ambitious Project Manager who will take charge of large projects throughout the entire project lifecycle or direct specific project lots/deliverables..

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need you to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best.

Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

• Manage large projects from the beginning to the end or take over workstreams in complex initiatives
• Perform an analysis of internal and external client requests in the project initiation phase
• Coordinate deep dives into business requirements to ensure that they are exhaustive and clear to all involved parties
• Make a proposal for the project approach
• Define and execute project governance
• Develop an accurate timeline of project completion to ensure activities get completed within the assignment’s parameters and manage its execution
• Manage project dependencies, risks & issues
• Monitor and control project progress
• Perform administrative tasks as required (e.g. budget, resource allocation, resource monitoring)
• Support for project documentation tasks and project reporting

What we value

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and team-working skills
• Strong analytical skills, excellent oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail, project management and organizational skills
• Aptitude to work both independently and collaboratively, manage multiple simultaneous tasks in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
• End to end project management experience
• Experience in handling business deliverables (e.g. specifications of the requirement, Operating Models, …)
• Strong leadership skills, team player and able to work across geographies and cultures

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in technology, accounting, finance, business or equivalent
• Justified 5 years of experience in project management
• Fluency in English. French or German would be a plus
• Microsoft Office (Word, Powerpoint, Excel)
• MS Visio, MS Project

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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.

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