TradeNeXus Product Manager – Assistant Vice President

Who we are looking for

The TradeNeXus Product Manager’s primary role is to support the product and business managers to implement product enhancements and expansions thoroughly and efficiently as well as to help maintain and enhance the business to be more controlled and efficient. This includes but not limited to collaborating with clients, sales, IT, and external partners to develop clear business requirements and specifications, troubleshooting, proactive project management, and working with internal groups in seeking input and approvals. Additional responsibilities may include identifying opportunities for innovation, assessing the marketplace for opportunities and obstacles to the business’ success and providing training and educational material.

Why this role is important to us

TradeNeXus is an award winning post-trade solution developed primarily for asset managers and their counterparties that provides electronic matching, confirmation and communication of settlement information for FX and money-market funds. The platform has recently rebranded and embarked on strategic enhancements to create additional value-add to its client base. The platform has recently extended its solutions to FX clearing workflows and CLS monitoring to facilitate overview of settlement across custodians.

TradeNeXus is a part of the GlobalLINK suite of market-leading e-trading platforms, technology, data and workflow solutions from State Street Global Markets.

As Product Manager, you will be a critical component in delivering on our product roadmap and the overall success of our business.

What you will be responsible for

People

• Develop and maintain strong working partnerships within the TradeNeXus team and all constituents.
• Contribute to team culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing

Strategy & Planning

• Work with product team to develop and manage TradeNeXus product roadmap balancing strategic initiatives and ongoing platform enhancements.

• Participate in improving internal product process in implementing improvements to maximize control, communication, and efficiency.
• Be aware of industry trends, regulations, and developments related to TradeNeXus client base and initiatives

Product Development

• Lead assigned product initiatives in assessing viability, risks, and analyzing requirements (including any partner firm specifications).
• Develop and drive end-to-end product delivery for initiatives, which includes collaborating with key constituents in Sales, IT, Legal and Compliance as well as navigating State Street required processes such as new business approvals.
• Manage project plan and milestones, whilst identifying and managing project level risks, issues and dependencies.
• Define clear, concise but thorough product specifications
• Identify risks and issues with the business and propose/manage ideas for mitigation or elimination.
• Contribute to product innovation to maintain competitiveness, client satisfaction, increase market share and generate new revenue streams.
• Proactively managing any escalated queries or issues brought to the team.

What we value

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong solutions mindset
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to drive through key initiatives
• Great team skills but must be a self-starter and have ability to work under pressure
• Results orientated - capacity to prioritize, stay on top and quarterback a wide variety of business initiatives internally within the firm and externally with industry bodies, exchanges, clearing houses and regulators.  Often this will require leading from the front and taking the initiative to improve structure, direction and prioritization over the global objective.
• Adept at managing multiple projects/initiatives (strong attention to detail and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously
• Appreciation of cultural differences globally.
• A person who exemplifies risk excellence and owners mindset
• Great communicator and motivator. Ability to effectively communicate with all levels across the organization

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Undergraduate in finance, business, or computer science
• 13+ Years of experience

Additional requirements

• Previous experience in financial technology, operational workflows, foreign exchange, and project management a plus

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.

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