Who we are looking for

The Office of the CAO Project Lead (State Street Investment Management) will play a pivotal role in supporting the Chief Administrative Officer, CAO, of State Street Investment Management on special projects including managing and executing on the OKR process, directing internal and external presentations and speaking engagements, and ensuring the CEO is well-prepared for key activities. This role requires a strategic thinker with proven experience with managing work with tight deadlines, writing and coordinating key messages and presentations for c-suite individuals, and managing complex internal and external relationships.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.

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

As the Office of the CAO Project Lead (State Street Investment Management) you will:

• Own the creation and management of Investment Management level objectives and key results, partnering closely with Corporate Strategy and Finance colleagues to ensure targets are monitored, supported and achieved.
• Collaborate with colleagues in State Street and Finance to create materials and presentations required for Executive Committee meetings and along with quarterly business reviews.
• Partner with the Internal and External Communications teams to manage and prepare all the CEO's speaking engagements and events.
• Plan and manage the senior most Investment Management Operating Group meeting agendas.
• Assist the CAO with strategic projects to ensure they are moving ahead and critical path issues are resolved and progressed, working closely with a broad range of colleagues across State Street Investment Management and State Street.

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Proven experience in writing, coordinating and outlining key messages for c-suite speeches and media engagements.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various teams and departments.
• Strategic thinker with the resourcefulness and ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Have a proven track record of supporting high-level executives and managing complex projects

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate would have an MBA or equivalent degree.

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.

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.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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