VP, Enterprise Transformation Program Lead

State Street Corp; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

State Street Corp is seeking an Enterprise Transformation Program Lead, VP, to drive major transformation initiatives. You will translate strategy into integrated roadmaps, lead cross-functional teams across business units and enterprise functions, and ensure disciplined delivery with measurable benefits realization.

The role requires navigating ambiguity, partnering with executive sponsors, and delivering customer- and risk-focused outcomes in a matrixed environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience leading complex transformation programs or initiatives.
• Proven ability to translate strategy into integrated roadmaps and measurable outcomes.
• Experience spanning business, operations, product, technology, data, finance, risk and controls.
• Expertise in program delivery, governance, adoption and benefits realization.
• Knowledge of operating-model transformation, automation, data and AI; Agile delivery.
• Credibility with executive sponsors and cross-functional partners.
• Strong executive communication, facilitation and analytical skills.
• Ability to create clarity in ambiguous environments and drive execution.
• Enterprise mindset with focus on measurable outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mobilization and execution of transformation initiatives from definition to realization.
• Translate strategy and operating models into sequenced roadmaps and plans.
• Maintain integrated view of delivery commitments, risks and dependencies.
• Hold workstream leaders accountable and drive recovery actions when needed.
• Ensure alignment with BU objectives and enterprise transformation standards.
• Coordinate across Business, Product, Operations, Technology and Control functions.
• Establish governance rhythms and concise executive reporting.
• Drive adoption of product-centric delivery, Agile practices and automation.
• Embed new capabilities into operating routines and performance management.
• Capture lessons learned to strengthen reusable delivery practices.

Skills

Transformation leadership

Strategy to roadmap

Cross-functional leadership

Program delivery

Operating model & AI/Agile

Executive stakeholder mgmt

Executive communication

Ambiguity management

Risk-aware delivery

PM/Agile credentials

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Advanced degree preferred

Transformation/PM/Agile credentials advantageous

Job description

State Street Corp is seeking an Enterprise Transformation Program Lead, VP, to drive major transformation initiatives. You will translate strategy into integrated roadmaps, lead cross-functional teams across business units and enterprise functions, and ensure disciplined delivery with measurable benefits realization.

The role requires navigating ambiguity, partnering with executive sponsors, and delivering customer- and risk-focused outcomes in a matrixed environment.