Regulatory Advisory and Optimization Analyst, Officer, Onsite

State Street; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street is seeking an Officer for the Regulatory Advisory and Optimization team in Boston. The role focuses on tracking regulatory developments, analyzing proposals and guidance, and supporting internal/external engagements while learning advanced optimization techniques such as Significant Risk Transfers (SRTs).

This position requires office-based work with some flex work opportunities and is part of the SSM Risk and FRM efforts across Financing Solutions, FX Sales & Trading, Portfolio

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, computer science or related field.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in a relevant role.
• High level of competency in Excel; Experience in Python preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring regulatory updates across key jurisdictions
• Help analyze regulatory proposals and guidance documents
• Support research on competitor strategies and industry best practices
• Help track trade publications and peer commentary
• Collaborate with team members to assess regulatory capital implications
• Contribute to research on SRT market trends and structural innovations
• Help prepare presentations and reports for management
• Participate in ad hoc projects involving data analysis and reporting

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Python experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, computer science or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Who We Are Looking For

The Regulatory Advisory and Optimization team is responsible for staying ahead of regulatory affairs and changes impacting SSM businesses. The team actively participates in industry conferences and forums, monitors market and regulatory developments, meets with clients, and analyzes competitors to provide strategic guidance. Additionally, the team identifies and explores regulatory optimization opportunities through innovative structures such as Significant Risk Transfers (SRTs) and other capital efficient solutions, ensuring the organization can meet strategic revenue growth objectives and maintain a competitive position while meeting regulatory requirements.

This Officer role will support the Regulatory Advisory and Optimization team in tracking regulatory developments, assisting with research and analysis, and helping prepare materials for internal and external engagements. This individual will work closely with senior team members to learn about regulatory strategy and optimization techniques such as Significant Risk Transfers (SRTs). The role is located in Boston, with a minimum of 4 days per week in the office.

ONSITE: Due to the role requirements this job needs to be performed primarily in the office with some flex work opportunities available.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets. As a leading provider of trading and lending solutions to the world’s institutional investors, we deliver the industry’s most innovative platforms, financing and portfolio solutions. Our capabilities are backed by proprietary, high-value research, insights and indicators that power clients’ investment decisions, accelerate performance and help investors stay ahead of shifting markets. Across our comprehensive set of solutions – data-driven macro market intelligence that give an information advantage; client-first platforms and tools that redefine trading; financing solutions that streamline liquidity access; and portfolio solutions designed to help achieve peak performance – we deliver a breakthrough edge to drive business success.

State Street Markets (“SSM”) is looking for an Officer to join the SSM Risk and FRM team in Boston. The team manages Credit, Market, and Model Risk as the First Line of Defense across SSM’s business units, including Financing Solutions, FX Sales & Trading, Portfolio Solutions, and Global Link. Additionally, the team performs Financial Resource Management, covering allocation, monitoring, and optimization of capital, funding, and liquidity.

With our FX solutions, investors can access a wide range of markets and jurisdictions using our decision-making and strategy planning tools, diverse funding options and trading strategies. We deliver sophisticated avenues to tap into new sources of liquidity, capitalize on market opportunity and transact efficiently in any market environment. We have a range of solutions from various high- to low-touch principal execution methods, and outsourced agency hedging and execution solutions through our currency management offering.

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

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Assist in monitoring regulatory updates across key jurisdictions
• Help analyze regulatory proposals and guidance documents
• Support research on competitor strategies and industry best practices
• Help track trade publications and peer commentary
• Collaborate with team members to assess regulatory capital implications
• Contribute to research on SRT market trends and structural innovations
• Help prepare presentations and reports for management
• Participate in ad hoc projects involving data analysis and reporting

What We Value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

Strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal

• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team
• problem solving, and analytical skills, >
• experience in data mining and reporting extremely useful
• Capable of, multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced trading environment
• Ability to drive collaboration and influence teams to achieve effective outcomes / solutions

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, computer science or related field
• Minimum 1-3 years and experience in a relevant role
• High level of competency in Excel; Experience in Python preferred

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.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $118,750 Annual

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.

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.

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Job ID: R-788926