Upgrades Project Manager – Investment Mgt System, Charles River Development, Assistant Vice President

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and coordinate multiple Investment Management System (IMS) upgrade initiatives. This role involves close collaboration with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and cross-functional teams across State Street to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple IMS upgrade projects across internal teams and global locations.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, resource plans, and clearly defined dependencies.
• Manage virtual project teams, assigning responsibilities, setting expectations, and motivating contributors to meet project goals.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and milestones, ensuring alignment with timelines, quality standards, and budget constraints.
• Facilitate effective communication between internal and external stakeholders, including offshore teams and vendors.
• Promote a “Get it right the first time” culture within project teams.
• Collaborate with business and management to prioritize initiatives and align on strategic goals.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on project management best practices.
• Manage, coach, and conduct performance reviews for direct reports.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and coordinate with external parties such as regulators and examiners.

About You

The Ideal Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional working groups.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication abilities.
• A passion for process improvement and leveraging technology to drive efficiency.

Eligibility

Qualifications, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience managing large-scale regulatory or enterprise-wide technology projects.
• Financial services experience, particularly in Fund Accounting, Custody, or Back Office operations, is preferred.
• Proven experience managing complex, global projects across regions (US, EMEA, or global scope).
• Experience managing other project managers is a plus.

Benefits

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.

Job ID: R-775677