Investment COO Analyst London 2023

The Investment COO Analyst will report to the EMEA Investments COO and provide support to the wider Global Investments COO team as well as to the UK Head of Investments and Europe Head of Investments of State Street Global Advisors.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Advisors, one of the biggest asset managers in the world, that provides services to the world’s governments, institutions and financial advisors across the globe. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.

Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

As Investments COO Analyst you will

• Act as point of contact on behalf of the EMEA Investments team for transversal projects and initiatives. This may include acting as the subject matter expert or bridge for regulatory projects.
• Participate in major projects. These projects will frequently have EMEA-wide and global implications.
• Interact with internal and external parties to ensure effective oversight for existing business and also to shape and implement solutions for new clients, products, strategies and system architecture.
• Assisting with the oversight of all Portfolio Management and Trading outsourced processes, including support for other senior members in performing and evidencing of reviews.
• Support senior management to comply with oversight responsibilities in accordance with Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) requirements.
• Prepare and refine Board, Committee and other relevant presentations materials.
• Ensure actions assigned to the Investments team arising from senior management forums including Boards and Committees are monitored and dealt with.
• Provide support to the team in delivering strategic initiatives.
• Develop or enhance procedures and controls.
• Provide support to the team in coordinating internal and external audits including control reviews.
• Be able to work under pressure and collaborate with various levels of the organization.
• A successive candidate will be proactive and responsive.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentation and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with various levels of the organization.
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, meet deadlines and effectively execute in a fast paced environment.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to understand operating processes and workflows.
• The individual should be self-motivated and keen to learn broader business and technical skills.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 1-3 years’ experience in the Financial sector including oversight functions.
• Experience with compliance and regulation preferred
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

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.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.