Senior Depositary Analyst- Germany, Associate 2

State Street; Kraków; On-site; PLN 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract from day one

Gold Medical Package for employees and

Private pension plan

Volunteer days

Job summary

State Street is seeking a Senior Depositary Analyst to join the Depositary Services team. You will perform and monitor depositary controls covering cash-flow monitoring, safekeeping of assets and general oversight activities.

You will work with asset managers, asset owners and financial institutions globally, contributing to risk-based oversight and process improvements while partnering with colleagues across the deposits services function.

Qualifications

• Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to analyse risk and identify priorities.
• Strong numerical, analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ownership, timely escalation, collaboration and commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review oversight controls for a portfolio of investment fund clients, including cash-flow monitoring and cash reconciliations.
• Carry out safekeeping oversight for custody and non-custody assets, including ownership verification, registration and reconciliation.
• Review controls relating to fund valuation, subscriptions, redemptions, income distributions, investment restrictions and transfer agency activities.
• Apply a risk-based approach to identify, investigate and elevate higher-risk items, discrepancies, breaches and overdue positions.
• Maintain accurate control documentation, support colleagues and contribute to process, procedure and control improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Risk analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Office tools

Data analysis tools

Excel

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for a Senior Depositary Analyst reporting directly to the Depositary Services Manager. You will perform, analyse and monitor depositary controls covering cash-flow monitoring, safekeeping of assets and general oversight activities.

Why this role is important to us

You will be joining the Investment Services function that allows us to deliver a comprehensive, holistic approach to each client relationship — for asset managers and asset owners, insurance companies, and official institutions globally. It means our client-facing functions work together to bring the very best solutions and services the firm has to offer — across all of our locations, products, and capabilities.

Join us if making your mark on the long-lasting client relationships we build is a challenge you are up for.

What You Will Be Responsible For

As a Senior Depositary Analyst, you will:

• Perform and review oversight controls for a portfolio of investment fund clients, including cash-flow monitoring and cash reconciliations.
• Carry out safekeeping oversight for custody and non-custody assets, including ownership verification, registration and reconciliation.
• Review controls relating to fund valuation, subscriptions, redemptions, income distributions, investment restrictions and transfer agency activities.
• Apply a risk-based approach to identify, investigate and elevate higher-risk items, discrepancies, breaches and overdue positions.
• Maintain accurate control documentation, support colleagues and contribute to process, procedure and control improvements.

What We Value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Sound judgement, attention to detail and the ability to analyse risk and identify priorities.
• Strong numerical, analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ownership, timely escalation, collaboration and commitment to continuous improvement.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of relevant experience in financial services, custody, fund administration or depositary services.
• Good understanding of financial markets, investment fund administration and complex investment fund structures.
• Working knowledge of the UCITS and AIFMD regulatory frameworks.
• Confidence using standard office productivity and data-analysis tools.
• Fluency in English; additional language skills, particularly German, are preferred.

Additional Requirements

Experience with depositary oversight, reconciliations, valuation controls, custody or related operational-control activities is preferred.

The position works closely with colleagues across depositary services and with relevant business partners.

Minimum Salary

zł68,004 Annual

The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.

Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.

In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.

We Offer

• Permanent contract from day one
• Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)
• Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)
• Premium life insurance package and private pension plan
• Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs
• Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice
• Variety of well-being programs
• Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.