Purpose Of Role:

Take responsibility and ownership of the assigned scope of Investment Compliance operations with a particular focus on IC system conversion project and CRIMS adoption in daily IC production. Lead end to end planning and execution of projects or programs related to IC Delivery and/or State Street Bank GmbH Poland branch. Deliverables will include client and service KPIs, enhanced operating models, business transformation and technology changes. The Operations Manager will also represent IC Poland in various local, regional and global committees and initiatives.

Specific Duties:

The main responsibilities include:

Take ownership for the execution of goals in the assigned business lines / teams,  projects and lead or deliver them within the budget, prescribed timeline and success criteriaTrack and manage issues and risks, escalate where appropriate and drive until resolutionUnderstand, follow and demonstrate compliance with all relevant internal policies, procedures and processes and provide input to the further development of best practicesBuilding strong connections and relationships with internal and external stakeholdersProvide Vision and Direction to the staff, increase the operating performance of IC processes and productivity of the teams in scopeServe as a source of technical information to assist teams and clients (if applicable) with Product information, behavioural changes resulting from system conversion as well as regulatory issuesAssess operational effectiveness and make suggestions to streamline and improve upon functions, workflow and processes.   Standardize client / regional requirements & propose solutionsDemonstrate flexibility by supporting different project needs and requests as well as contributing to wide range of project topicsReview of client’s requirements by updating syntax, structure or process to improve client’s experienceReview, analysis and documentation of process improvements and/or system functionality enhancementsDevelopment of Implementation operating model in automated investment compliance software (Charles River) from both, system & operations perspective

Core Business Requirements

Knowledge of operational processes in Investment Compliance or other financial services Experience in transformational change Develop, coach, support and motivate staff to enhance skills and knowledgeDriving risk excellence, outstanding client service, high performance and a positive, collaborative and innovative cultureDevelopment of individuals by identifying their strengths, development needs and training requirementsMaintain standards of personal and professional performance/behaviour

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.Five or more years (depends on the level) of experience in Mutual Fund AdministrationInvestment Compliance background preferred: SEC and IRC guidelines for registered investment products, money market restrictions, UCITS or other regulated environments.Experience working with Bloomberg data or other market data vendors an asset(IDC, RIMES MDS, Reuters)Ability to develop business relationships, both within and outside of the organization.Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.Strong problem-solving, time management, and analytical skillsAbility to work under pressure.Ability to execute & deliverAbility to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks, and execute upon concurrent assignments.Preferred expertise in CRIMS & Microsoft Office: ExcelTechnical experience with the following is highly desirable but not required:SQL Queries (PL SQL, Toad, MS SQL Server, or equivalent)C++Experiences with relational databases

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.

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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