Alpha Solution Architect, Managing Director

About Us State Street Alpha is a leading provider of front-to-back office solutions for the financial services industry and a leading growth business at State Street. State Street Alpha helps you manage all of your investment products and business lines in one place. With easy access to aggregated data, analytics and real-time insights, you can collaborate with confidence, work faster and make better decisions. About the Role As a Lead Alpha Architect for Asset Owners, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Alpha Asset Owner business, both within the Private Markets and Front office areas. You will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of our clients. Key Responsibilities Solution Design: Lead the design and implementation of innovative solutions for our Asset Owner and OCIO clients, leveraging our front-to-back office platform. Client Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, understand their unique requirements, and effectively communicate the value of our solutions. Workflow Analysis: Conduct in-depth analysis of client workflows to identify opportunities for optimization and automation. Data Analysis: Leverage data analysis techniques to inform solution design and identify potential risks and challenges. Requirements Gathering: Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to gather and document detailed requirements. Project Management: Oversee the entire project lifecycle, from initial design to implementation and ongoing support. Platform Expertise: Become a subject matter expert on our front-to-back office platform and its capabilities. Business Development: Support business development efforts by providing consultative guidance to prospective clients. Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field. 10+ years of experience in the financial services industry, with a focus on Asset Management, Asset owners and OCIO workflows and models preferred to start. Proven grounding in Front Office or Private Markets within the Asset Owner / OCIO segment Proven track record in designing and implementing complex solutions. Deep understanding of front, middle, and back office operations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Familiarity with industry-standard software tools (e.g., Bloomberg AIM, BRS Aladdin, SimCorp Dimension, Factset, Fidessa Minerva, Statpro and ORION). Preferred Qualifications Front, Middle and Back Office Functionality Expertise: A deep understanding of front middle and back office processes ie deal structuring, allocation, payouts, exit strategy and valuations . Knowledge of portfolio management theory and application. CAIA or CFA is a plus Systems Thinker , who can put together complex solutions Join Our Team If you are a passionate and results-oriented professional looking to make a significant impact in the financial services industry, we encourage you to apply. 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. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective 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 the 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 program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. 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