Productivity Analyst, Hybrid, Officer

Who we are looking for:

A self-starter who is comfortable with using their initiative and working autonomously.

This is a fast paced and highly visible role supporting the co-ordination and governance of PPOD programs across the EMEA region. The role will at times deal with sensitive and confidential information. Integrity, grit and adaptability are crucial to being successful in the role. The role will report directly to the EMEA Head of PPOD.

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions, that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and execute day to day deliverables at our best.

What you will be responsible for:

As a Productivity Analyst, Officer you will:

• Provide project support, analysis, coordination and governance over local and regional Productivity programmes
• Lead/manage multi-faceted lean and productivity enhancement efforts across different business lines
• Analyse operations and break down functions to identify areas of improvement and productivity gains
• Partner with the business leads and operational managers to identify redundancies through Data transparency.
• Support management in tracking Headcount Management to Budget and other engagements, including project management and data, process, and organizational analysis
• Prepare meeting materials and deliver executive level reporting, financial analysis and management information. Manage stakeholders by hosting working group and steering group meetings.
• Prioritize and manage multiple concurrent programs and priorities
• Provide targeted operating model design, including LEAN reviews on targeted areas for global continuous improvement programmes

What we value:

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Proactive collaboration across business lines, countries and regions
• Project Management skills and experience from Chair to PMO
• Strong organization and prioritization to plan and execute day-to-day activities for self and team
• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Communication, listening and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact well with senior executives and their support teams
• An energetic work style and the ability to adapt well to a changing, fast paced environment
• Strategic awareness and critical thinking used to make connections between data, assessing trends and patterns and able articulate the story behind the data – ability to pre-empt ‘So What?’ questions by executives as relates to reporting so that reporting is directional, predictive and informs decision making
• Analytical Skills: Work with large amounts of data: facts, figures, and number crunching; need to see through the data and analyze it to find conclusions
• Presentation Skills: Be able to present findings, or translate the data into an understandable document. You will need to write and speak clearly, easily communicating complex ideas.
• Attention to Detail: Data is precise and requires vigilance in conducting the analysis to come to correct conclusions.

Education & Preferred Qualifications:

• Banking/ financial sector
• Finance/data/business analysis experience
• Effective time and project management skills
• Excellent analytical and communications skills
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office suite, in particular MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
• Knowledge on data visualization software e.g. Tableau software preferred
• Proficiency in English

Additional requirements:

Experience and knowledge of country nuances across the EMEA Region would be advantageous

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.

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