Who we are looking for

State Street Alpha Data Service (ADS) is the data-as-a-service provider that is the back bone of the Alpha front to back strategy. Combining both technology and service provision to deliver significant data management value to our clients. We're looking for a candidate to lead our Implementation Practice Leads.

Alpha Data Services Product Roadmap Manager

Responsibilities:

Accountable for understanding, managing and tracking Product feature and functionality requirements to client implementations milestones. Ensuring requirements are clearly known and committed to by Technology Product Owners. Including for customisation requirementsEstablish and maintain a standardised process of creating Product Roadmaps in alignment with Technology Product Owners, Product practice area leads and Client Implementation leads.Establish and maintain a process to track Product versioning, by client and environment across all ADS components. For example; Data Warehouse, Alpha Index Hub versions etcCoordinate with stakeholders, including Alpha Data Platform and SSCD, to manage product roadmap and track overall product health and act to resolve impediments / issuesParticipate in strategic planning, project sequencing, decision making, reporting and issue resolution.Coordinate overall product roadmap communications, measure progress and monitor performance, and manage risk and issue resolution—anticipating, documenting, and escalating as appropriateIdentify and monitor cross-project interdependencies; develop and propose solutions to resolve resource conflictsEffectively interface with senior management, key stakeholders, and vendors regarding project deliverables, status, issues, and risksContribute towards creating and documenting best practices, collaborating with teams and implementing these activities into the core development process

Required Skills and Competencies:

Excellent presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills; effectively communicates (both written and oral) at all levels throughout an organizationComfortable gaining commitment and consensus through persuasion and negotiation; works collaboratively across teams to reach common goalsSolid decision-maker that takes responsibility for projects, people, and actionsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent time managementSkilled relationship manager, adept at building a network of contacts inside an organization;Business results orientation; emphasizes high quality, productivity, and stakeholder satisfactionPossess knowledge of Jira, Jira workflows, and Jira reportingUnderstanding of Release ManagementAbility to manage multiple product delivery plans concurrently with the ability to prioritize tasks and interdependenciesStrong project management skills and solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools and techniquesOrganization skills with a commitment to meeting deadlines and expectations while ensuring overall quality of delivery

Education & Preferred Qualifications

University degree in the field of computer science, data management or other financial services technical field12+ years in data management, product and market data roles and responsibilities

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.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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