Tech Mod Project Manager/Governance Lead, VP at State Street in Quincy, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Who we are looking for

The Technology Modernization VP Project Manager supports and guides program activities and advances the development and execution of a future state design including operating model and transformation reporting. Serve as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams and be responsible for understanding and translating complex technical concepts into language that is easily understood by stakeholders. The successful candidate will take initiative, exercise independent thinking, multi-task activities, set priorities, and meet aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Must have strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills and be interested in working in a professional and team-oriented environment.

What you will be responsible for

• Leads the end-to-end planning and management of complex cross technology team initiatives.


• Plans, organizes and controls the activities of cross-functional project teams


• Develops and maintains an end-to-end project plan (preferably in Jira), maintains project level RAID log, manages resource forecasts and cost plans.


• Provided updates on OKRs, project execution metrics and outcomes, including project ROI.


• Provided updates to be included in Monthly Tech Mod SteerCo material.


• Coordinates communication across the multiple project stakeholders with ability to translate from granular technical level to an executive consumable level.


• Identifies and uses best practices for project management


• Demonstrates an understanding of the impact of problems across the organization and facilitates a collaborative solution


• Coordinate across many teams with different responsibilities and goals to communicate, negotiate, and manage tasks

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong Project Management skill set.


• Strong understanding of current technologies with past experience in a technical role.


• Outstanding communication skills with confidence to deliver difficult messages to senior and executive management when necessary.


• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Project, Visio, Excel, and Word required


• Self-starter who can reach out to teams to understand details of projects, identify issues and propose and lead the implementation of solutions.

• 5 to 8 years of experience working in IT within the Financial Services industry.


• Experience working with the Agile Software Development Methodology, Jira advanced roadmap or other Project/Program Management tools would be a significant plus.


• The ability to roll-up technical updates to senior and executive business management is critical. Experience and desire to interface with external clients is also important for the person assuming this role.

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We're driving the company's digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation. We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We're looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company. Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

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. Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

Salary Range:
$100,000 - $167,500 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.

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