Data & AI Governance Leader, MD

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 283,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

Volunteer days

Job summary

STATE STREET CORPORATION is seeking a strategic technology leader to guide critical programs under the Chief Data and AI Officer organization. You will coordinate governance, financial oversight, and cross-functional delivery while shaping an operating model that scales globally.

The role emphasizes data integrity, transparency, and effective executive communication. Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in ops/tech with strategy, strong stakeholder management, and experience in AI, analytics, and

Qualifications

• 8+ years in operations & technology with a strategy focus.
• Experience leading global programs and multi-stakeholder delivery.
• Strong communication and influencing across levels.
• Ability to manage ambiguity and complex programs.
• Experience with AI, data management and tech modernization is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior executives to develop strategic initiatives and governance.
• Oversee financial planning across divisions, budgets and forecasts.
• Coordinate expense savings, headcount planning and approvals.
• Lead performance management via OKRs/KPIs.
• Prepare for leadership forums and executive briefings.
• Manage vendor partnerships for co-innovation.

Skills

Strategic leadership

IT governance

Financial oversight

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Who We are looking forWe are seeking a strategic technology leader that can provide critical management, reporting, and support to the Chief Data and AI Officer organization.The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the execution of our operating plan in line with our strategic priorities, translating intent into action and ensuring alignment, operational discipline, and strategic follow-through.The role oversees a broad portfolio of cross-functional capabilities including recurring responsibilities such as IT strategy and planning, governance, performance management, IT budget & financial management, operating model design and communications. The role may also take on nonrecurring initiatives, such as time-bound asks or ad hoc tasks that require senior oversight but fall outside established structures, these may include new strategic asks, interim leadership of emerging capabilities or one-off projects that leadership want to keep close.Why this role is important to usCOOs act as the operational right hand of the leadership team, ensuring rhythm, reliability and internal alignment within the IT organization. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Enterprise Transformation, IT governance, financial oversight, and cross-functional technical program delivery. Someone who excels at follow-through and coordination, enabling the senior leadership team to operate at strategic altitude.What you will be responsible forPartner closely with senior executives to develop & plan critical strategic initiatives, responsible for governance and delivery of these programs.Financial Management: Accountable for financial planning across respective division, including the annual corporate budget process, monthly finance reviews, budget, mid-year forecast, risks and opportunities.Coordinates expense saving initiatives, headcount, workforce planning and approval processes in alignment with central teams.Lead the performance management process that measures and evaluates progress against the divisions OKR / KPI’s.Responsible for governance and preparation for key Business Unit forums, including leadership calls, operating group meetings, leadership exchanges, and town halls.Partner management, supports creation of executive briefings with key strategic vendor partners bringing both technology and business together for co-innovation and business opportunities.What we ValueAdvisory Skills and Leadership - The candidate must have the ability to advise the executive management of the organization with a proactive approach. Candidates must have a proven ability to think and act globally, harmonizing global, regional and local objectives. Demonstrated ability to develop employees, manage and lead successfully in a matrix environment is important.Execution Envoy & IT Transformation Partner - The successful candidate will focus on translating enterprise goals into delivery plans, ensuring alignment & someone who can lead transformation efforts in operating model, delivery structure and workforce evolution.Financial Transparency - The candidate should be excited by the challenge of developing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and show back models that bring clarity and transparency to a large, complex IT cost base, clearly demonstrating how technology investment supports and enables each area of the business.Strong Commitment to Data Integrity - The candidate must be an advocate for data‑driven decision‑making, with a focus on maintaining a single source of truth and delivering trusted insights via integrated analytics platforms. Comfortable in analysing large and disparate datasets, slicing and interpreting data in multiple ways to produce clear, relevant insights.Regulatory/Compliance Knowledge - Adequate knowledge of the relevant legal and regulatory environment for the industry globally.Influencing and Partnering Skills - It is key that the individual has the proven ability to form constructive relationships with executive management and be recognized as a partner and trusted resource.Education and Preferred QualificationsA minimum of 8+ years' experience within an operations & technology role with a proven track record in strategy and planningThe ability to lead and influence in a global organization with a focus on building relationships and trust, managing delivery to multiple senior stakeholders. Ability to handle multiple priorities and lead teams either through influence or direct accountabilityStrong organizational, business analysis and program management skills with the ability to think strategically, adapt and manage ambiguity and complexity.Exceptional communication skills and relationship management capabilities, able to communicate with all levels of the organization effectively and across Operations and Technology subject matter experts.Willingness to jump into challenging situations or problems and drive to solutionsTechnical & Financial acumen with experience overseeing multi-million-dollar portfolios in complex technology environment.Experience with Artificial Intelligence, Agentic AI, Data Management, Emerging Technologies, technology modernization, and cross-functional program delivery highly desirableA relevant graduate degree or master’s qualification that can be leveraged in this roleSalary Range:$170,000 - $282,500 AnnualThe range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home .About State StreetAcross 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.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO StatementJob Application Disclosure:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.