Jobs in Toronto, Canada

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Change Manager, Officer to join our global Digital, Analytics and Innovation team. This role will lead data product change initiatives and ensure successful adoption across corporate audit. The Change Manager will play a critical role in driving change management strategies, engaging stakeholders, minimizing resistance and increasing user adoption of new data products that re-imagine assurance and modernize audit applications.

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. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Change Manager, Officer, you will:

• Partner with audit leadership, technology teams, and business stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation and adoption of change initiatives that enhance audit effectiveness and efficiency.
• Lead and manage the people side of change associated with data and digital initiatives, including changes to business processes, systems and technology.
• Develop and implement change management strategies and plans that maximize employee adoption and minimize resistance.
• Collaborate with project and program managers to integrate change management activities into broader project plans.
• Conduct impact analysis, stakeholder assessments and change readiness evaluations.
• Drive effective communications and engagement strategies across the audit department to ensure awareness, understanding and adoption of digital tools and capabilities.
• Support training efforts by identifying training needs, supporting the development of content and ensuring effective delivery.
• Measure and report on change progress and success metrics, adjusting strategies as necessary.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Experience of change management within business and technology teams.
• Experience with re-engineering/lean/digital transformation of end-to-end journeys at scale, using multiple process improvement levers/technologies.
• Knowledge of project management principles and system development lifecycles.
• Being comfortable with ambiguity and the ability to work with well with teams, particularly ones that span different reporting lines, cut across multiple teams and geographies.
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Change Management or Transformation role leading implementation programs in consulting or financial services industry driving transformation changes or continuous improvement programs within the team.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting/Computer Science/Information Systems or other quantitative discipline.
• Effective collaboration and partnership capabilities and ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Very strong organizational skills, ability to meet deadlines and proven experience in working with large cross functional teams will be a plus.
• Strong sense of ownership and bias to action and decision making.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Additional requirements

• Willingness to travel as required.

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

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