Alpha Enviroment and Data Strategy Manager, Vice President

State Street
London
1 week ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Quantitative Developer | Systematic Research

Data Quality Analyst/Engineer - Major Hedge Fund - Lucrative Total Comp Package

Quantitative Researcher - Crypto

Who we are looking for

The Alpha Professional Services team in EMEA is looking for a qualified individual to manage our environment and data strategy workstream at client level. This individual must bring strong experience in end-to-end environment strategy, architecture and workflow design, data analysis and business system flows in order to create and execute environment designs for our industry leading front-to-back client servicing platform. The successful candidate must be skilled in managing multi-year programs consisting of complex business models and flows across front, middle, and back office operating models in both an insourced and outsourced model. The successful candidate must have excellent verbal, written and presentation skills, technical architecture knowledge and understanding of global portfolio management, trading, and compliance functions across asset classes. This position will interact with, and demand exposure to the highest levels of executive management within State Street and within our clients’ organizations.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of a global, cross-divisional group supporting State Street AlphaSM. State Street AlphaSM redefines the common definition of ‘alpha’ to mean powering better performance and outcomes at every point on the investment lifecycle and is the first open platform from a single provider that connects the front, middle and back office. It harmonizes data, technology, and services across trusted providers to help our clients better manage their businesses.

What you will be responsible for

  • This client facing role will be responsible for managing end-to-end environment and data strategy programs that onboard new clients onto State Street’s front-to-back platform.
  • Manage client programs supporting workflow analysis, data analysis, requirements analysis for current and future state models and architecture.
  • Lead creation and delivery of internal and client facing documents (strategy documents, playbooks, architecture documentation, data insights etc.).
  • Navigate complex client relationships, build strong business relationships, and manage expectations with client stakeholders.
  • Lead various stages of the implementation lifecycle.
  • Support business development and sales efforts through consultative client engagement.
  • Provide regular status updates and support program management reports as needed.

What we value

  • Strong analytical, organizational skills and team management experience.
  • Strong inter-personal communication skills and expertise in documentation, reporting and presentation.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, globally structured, and team-based environment, as well as work independently.
  • Proven experience in Program management, stakeholder management, client engagement and expectation management across project life cycle.
  • Experience in Agile Methodology and tools (e.g., JIRA, Rally, RTC) preferred.
  • Front/ Middle office platforms experience is useful.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or above. 10+ years of financial industry experience across front office functionality along with middle (IBOR) and back-office systems, services and data domains.
  • Technology background and CFA/ FRM charters are highly appreciated.
  • Strong environment strategy and architecture design experience.
  • Strong experience in data mining, ETL experience platforms, data visualization/ reporting/ presentation tools. Exposure to messaging protocols, public/ private cloud platforms and EDMs.
  • Experience integrating with other industry providers/ consulting partners to promote platform interoperability (e.g., Deloitte, Accenture, PWC, Bloomberg PORT, Charles River Development, BRS Aladdin, SimCorp Dimension, Factset, Fidessa Minerva, Eze Software).

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.

Discover more atStateStreet.com/careers

State Street's Speak Up Line

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Get the latest insights and jobs direct. Sign up for our newsletter.

By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Data Science Jobs at Newly Funded UK Start-ups: Q3 2025 Investment Tracker

Data science has become an indispensable cornerstone of modern business, driving decisions across finance, healthcare, e-commerce, manufacturing, and beyond. As organisations scramble to capitalise on the insights their data can offer, data scientists and machine learning (ML) experts find themselves in ever-higher demand. In the UK, which has cultivated a robust ecosystem of tech innovation and academic excellence, data-driven start-ups continue to blossom—fuelled by venture capital, government grants, and a vibrant talent pool. In this Q3 2025 Investment Tracker, we delve into the newly funded UK start-ups making waves in data science. Beyond celebrating their funding milestones, we’ll explore the job opportunities these investments have created for aspiring and seasoned data scientists alike. Whether you’re interested in advanced analytics, NLP (Natural Language Processing), computer vision, or MLOps, these start-ups might just offer the career leap you’ve been waiting for.

Portfolio Projects That Get You Hired for Data Science Jobs (With Real GitHub Examples)

Data science is at the forefront of innovation, enabling organisations to turn vast amounts of data into actionable insights. Whether it’s building predictive models, performing exploratory analyses, or designing end-to-end machine learning solutions, data scientists are in high demand across every sector. But how can you stand out in a crowded job market? Alongside a solid CV, a well-curated data science portfolio often makes the difference between getting an interview and getting overlooked. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore: Why a data science portfolio is essential for job seekers. Selecting projects that align with your target data science roles. Real GitHub examples showcasing best practices. Actionable project ideas you can build right now. Best ways to present your projects and ensure recruiters can find them easily. By the end, you’ll be equipped to craft a compelling portfolio that proves your skills in a tangible way. And when you’re ready for your next career move, remember to upload your CV on DataScience-Jobs.co.uk so that your newly showcased work can be discovered by employers looking for exactly what you have to offer.

Data Science Job Interview Warm‑Up: 30 Real Coding & System‑Design Questions

Data science has become one of the most sought‑after fields in technology, leveraging mathematics, statistics, machine learning, and programming to derive valuable insights from data. Organisations across every sector—finance, healthcare, retail, government—rely on data scientists to build predictive models, understand patterns, and shape strategy with data‑driven decisions. If you’re gearing up for a data science interview, expect a well‑rounded evaluation. Beyond statistics and algorithms, many roles also require data wrangling, visualisation, software engineering, and communication skills. Interviewers want to see if you can slice and dice messy datasets, design experiments, and scale ML models to production. In this guide, we’ll explore 30 real coding & system‑design questions commonly posed in data science interviews. You’ll find challenges ranging from algorithmic coding and statistical puzzle‑solving to the architectural side of building data science platforms in real‑world settings. By practising with these questions, you’ll gain the confidence and clarity needed to stand out among competitive candidates. And if you’re actively seeking data science opportunities in the UK, be sure to visit www.datascience-jobs.co.uk. It’s a comprehensive hub featuring junior, mid‑level, and senior data science vacancies—spanning start‑ups to FTSE 100 companies. Let’s dive into what you need to know.