Financing Solutions Head of APAC and Product Strategy, Managing Director

Who we are looking for Reporting to Global Head of Financing Solutions and the Global Head of Product Strategy, you will be accountable for the success of the APAC region, providing strategic direction across the three product lines while ensuring the business operates efficiently and within regulatory requirements. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets (SSM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSGM business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, SSM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world. Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for Reporting to the Global Head of Financing Solutions, you will work closely with the Financing Solutions senior leadership team to drive regional strategy and product development to meet our clients’ needs, leading a team of high-performing professionals. Develop regional strategy with business-line leads, contributing keen assessment of regional industry trends, regulatory changes and client demand Sponsor and drive strategic initiatives ensuring global and regional initiatives are delivered and to help drive client adoption of new products and platforms Prioritize resources to ensure initiatives are efficiently executed in region Manage local personnel, in coordination with global business leads Foster a culture encouraging innovation and collaboration What we value Ability to think critically to understand existing process, identify opportunities for improvement, and timely deliver strategic priorities Strong management and team building skills; adept at change management Creative and outcome-driven influencer, consistently utilizing a solution-driven mindset Detail-oriented and thoughtful communicator with ability to distil complex ideas and key concepts for various audiences in practical and actionable terms Education & Preferred Qualifications 10+ years experience in Markets businesses (principal and agency securities lending and repo background advantageous) 5-10 years experience within a product strategy or similar role Engagement with regional regulators and industry bodies Relevant licensing Additional requirements Regional travel will be required About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careers Read our CEO Statement #J-18808-Ljbffr