State Street Corporation

Head of Middle Office Products and Solutions

State Street Corporation$225K — $337K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in business, technology, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the Middle Office for large financial service firms.
  • Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex financial products.
  • Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Drive client-centric product solutions across Front and Middle/Back Office systems.
  • Conduct market research to uncover trends and client needs.
  • Implement a modern Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC) framework from ideation to improvement.
  • Generate innovative product ideas to meet market opportunities.
  • Collaborate with teams to define product requirements and user experiences.
  • Embed AI and analytics into products for enhanced client experience.
  • Lead the adoption of agile delivery methods for product development.
  • Develop prototypes to validate concepts and gather stakeholder feedback.
  • Manage a product roadmap for feature development and enhancements.
  • Analyze customer feedback for continual product improvement.
  • Build relationships with stakeholders to ensure alignment and support.
  • Ensure smooth transitions from product development to deployment.

Benefits

  • 401K retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage including life, medical, dental, and vision.
  • Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and family care responsibilities.
  • Access to Employee Assistance Program for personal support.
  • Eligibility for annual performance-based awards and employee incentives.
Full Job Description

Who we are looking for:

We are seeking a visionary product leader with a strong track record of delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions in financial services. The ideal candidate will combine deep domain expertise with a disciplined approach to product development, driving business outcomes from ideation through deployment using modern product development lifecycle practices, AI-enabled capabilities, and agile ways of working.

This individual will operate with an enterprise mindset, shaping integrated, end-to-end client and product solutions.  Join us if making your mark in an ever-changing, increasingly complex and competitive industry is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

  • Product Strategy: Drive the development of client-centric, front-to-back product solutions that operate cohesively across Front Office platforms and Middle / Back Office services and systems.
  • Market Research: Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
  • Product Development Lifecycle (PDLC): Implement a disciplined, modern PDLC framework, covering ideation, prioritization, build, launch, and continuous improvement.
  • Product Innovation: Generate innovative product ideas and concepts that address key market opportunities and challenges.
  • Product Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements, features, and user experiences.
  • AI and Innovation Enablement: Embed AI and advanced analytics into products and processes to enhance automation, decisioning, and client experience.
  • Agile Delivery: Lead adoption of agile ways of working, ensuring cross-functional teams deliver iteratively with clear accountability, metrics, and outcomes.
  • Prototyping: Develop and test prototypes to validate product concepts and gather feedback from stakeholders.
  • Product Roadmap: Create and manage a product roadmap that outlines the development and launch timeline for new features and enhancements.
  • Customer Feedback: Gather and analyze customer feedback to inform product improvements and ensure ongoing satisfaction.
  • Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, sales teams, and technology partners.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with product implementation teams to ensure a smooth transition from development to deployment.

What we value:

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to think critically and develop long-term product strategies.
  • Innovation: Passion for creating innovative, valuable and disruptive products.
  • Customer Focus: Deep understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering exceptional value.
  • Communication: Outstanding presentation, communication (oral & written), and relationship-building skills with clients and across all levels of management. A detail-oriented disposition and clear, concise communication skills.
  • Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams including Global Delivery, Technology and Front, Middle and Back Office products to provide a full end to end solution.
  • Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of financial services products and technologies.
  • Leadership: Ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their goals.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in business, technology, or a related field.
  • 15+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the Middle Office for large financial service firms.
  • Proven track record of successfully launching and managing complex financial products.
  • Strong understanding of Agile development methodologies.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to Influence stakeholders

Salary Range:

$225,000 - $337,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street Corporation

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Join the dynamic team at State Street Corporation, a leading financial services provider known for its commitment to innovation, leadership, and professional growth. As a global powerhouse in investment management and servicing, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career to new heights.

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At State Street Corporation, you’ll be part of a culture that values diversity, leadership, and continuous professional development. Engage in work that transforms the financial landscape and helps our clients achieve their investment goals. Our team at State Street is at the forefront of combining industry expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional service and results.

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State Street Corporation is dedicated to the growth and well-being of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. From advanced career training and leadership development programs to health and wellness benefits, we ensure that our team members have the resources they need to succeed.

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We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment where every employee can thrive. Diversity is not just embraced; it’s celebrated. At State Street, you’ll work alongside a diverse group of professionals who bring a wide range of perspectives and ideas to the table. Our diversity training programs are designed to enhance collaboration and innovation across our global team.

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Size
39,335 employees
Market Cap
$28.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$2.4 billion
Founded
1792
5 Year Trend
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