Chief executive officer and operator job description

Who we are looking for

In this role you'll have the opportunity to be a strategic thought partner to our Chief Marketing Officer and her leadership team. You'll execute the Global Marketing leadership operating rhythm to ensure close alignment across the team. You will build a deep understanding of each team's expertise business model, play a key role in driving strategic department wide initiatives, and deliver on strategic goals in an evolving organization. This is a business critical role as Marketing continues to deepen its impact, engage with the team members, and ensure alignment across all our corporate and business partners.

Why this role is important to us

At State Street, our purpose is to help create better outcomes for the world's investors and the people they serve. As part of our Global Marketing organization, you will join a team of brand, marketing, design and communication experts who build and protect State Street's image through campaigns and communications that bring our purpose to life.

If you are looking to make your mark in a vital and dynamic industry - and work with people who are creating the future of State Street - join us!

What you will be responsible for

As Chief Administrative Officer, MD you will:

• Drive strategic projects that have a horizontal reach across the verticals delivering impact for Global Marketing. This will mean you will help identify and contribute to the planning and execution of strategic special projects
• Lead cross-functional meetings, partnering with leaders to build and refine the way we report on progress, rethinking the metrics we use to define success, and ensuring it is adaptable to increasing growth and complexity
• Assist the CMO and the leadership team with managing information flow and leading the analysis, decision-making, communication, and tracking of key projects and initiatives
• Develop and manage ongoing communications and follow-ups with the Board of Directors/senior leadership, client presentations, key internal partners, and employees
• Own the execution and outcomes of key leadership meetings by managing agendas, developing decks, delivering pre-reads, and ensuring clear action items post-meeting
• Develop a deep understanding and connection to the employees focused on upskilling talent, integrating a diverse workforce, leading the promotion process, establishing and leading employee events, communications, and identify areas of effectiveness and efficiency and track them across our global employee footprint
• Manage the budget; aligning people, process and technology investments across each vertical and ensure tracking
• Partner closely with HR Business Partner(s) responsible for strategic imperatives as it relates to organizational management; includes leading workforce optimization discussions

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

Has a successful track record in a chief of staff/CAO capacity, commercial strategy or operations role, with proven ability in executive-level advising and cross-functional collaboration to drive and create change

Exhibits deep understanding on the importance of effectiveness and efficiency

Demonstrates significant attention to detail and is an exceptional project manager, with a proven capacity to lead complex strategic and operational initiatives, cross functionally in an organization at global scale

Effective at balancing both strategy and execution - can think strategically, but can also roll up their sleeves to get things done

Cares deeply about employee and client-centricity and our vision to drive enterprise-wide change as a best-in-class talent organization

Is deeply analytical, comfortable navigating data and working in ambiguity

Exemplary communication and relationship building skills at all levels from senior executives to Individual Contributors

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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