EMEA Alpha Business Development is increasing its talent to support the sales, planning, development, and closure of the outsourcing business and require keen and experienced investment operations, business professionals, to play a key role in delivering a successful solution heading up the regional coverage.The Managing Director has end to end responsibilities for significant deals in region along with Strategic direction to drive the process forward in region alongside Head of EMEA.Lead the deals though from the period of inception e.g. the receipt of a RFP (Request for Proposal), or the start of due diligence through to the completion of contract.Manage all phases of deal pre contract service definition - overseeing contracting / risk / business design etc, and alignment with commercial and implementation inputsUnderstand commercial proposal and ensure aligned with proposed solution, factoring E2E service scope and/or complexities/nuances according to clientthe deal lead must develop in-depth knowledge of assigned project and/or product(s) by researching facets of the operation that are unclear and developing a concise picture of the current state.Define structure and manage budgets for deal level pre contract activitiesAct as escalations for Client and State Street sponsor on deals as we drive to pre-contractAssist in preparing project information by attending and facilitating client and internal meetings.Feed into deal financials – proposed business model, assumptions and any internal approvals as appropriate. Prepare project planning materials and presentations and identifies gaps and discrepancies in information gathered during the Due Diligence processProvide appropriate management information as required to support business unit decision makingProvide appropriate management information as required to support business unit decision makingSupport the ‘Risk Excellence’ culture within the businessAdhere to limits of delegation and escalation procedures required by your manager so that you comply with internal policies and external regulationsMaintain clear and effective communications with immediate colleagues and Senior ManagementExtensive relevant professional experience gained in the asset management sector, including Investment operations and/or Client facing roleProject planning experienceExperience in change management or system to system data conversionUnderstanding of data mapping between Investment systems an advantageCandidate must be self-assured and react well within critical deadline situationsPC skills, including office applications (Word, Excel and Powerpoint)Project planning (MS-Project) scheduling and flowcharting software (MS- Visio)Visual basic / advanced excel / Access database skills an advantageRequirement for business travel at short notice and flexible working hours: i.e. weekend working and extended hours on occasion, linked to client assignments and project deadlines.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 and analytics, investment research and trading and investment management to institutional clients.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.

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