- Location
- BIG - Zielinskiego Krakow, Poland · Krakow, Poland · Gdansk, Poland
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Bachelor
- Industry
- Finance
- Category
- Operations
- Role type
- Individual Contributor
- Environment
- Office
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Overview
Support the design and execution of operational models for digital asset capabilities. Collaborate with global teams on product development, IT, risk, and compliance. Requires experience in traditional investment services and understanding of blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and digital wallet technology. This role reports to the Assistant Vice President of Digital Asset Operations.
Description
Who we are looking for
A Digital Asset Operations Senior Expert, who has working experience in ideally both traditional and digital assets operations coupled with large institutional experience. The Digital Asset Operations team is responsible for assisting in the design and/or execution of the operational model for digital asset capabilities within our Global Delivery teams as part of delivering the enterprise strategy for State Street Digital. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned Officer seeking new challenges, leveraging your existing talents and skills to build the future digital infrastructure of financial markets from the ground up.
You will report directly to the Assistant Vice President of Digital Asset Operations and collaborate with our dedicated Digital teams in Product Development, IT, Business, Governance & Controls, Risk and Compliance plus our State Street Global Delivery teams to effectively service our Institutional client base.
This unique role requires knowledge of traditional investment services business operations – particularly in multiple areas including custody, payments, trading, securities servicing, client onboarding, compliance and process documentation - as well as a broad understanding of next generation technologies, including distributed ledger technology - DLT, blockchain, digital custody, cryptocurrencies, digital wallet technology, and tokenization. Previous engagement in business transformation and change management preferred.
Why this role is important to us
This role will have an important part 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 this one to execute swiftly, build strong procedures and processes, and implement a risk management framework to control the operating environment tightly. This role will seek cutting-edge solutions that are straightforward and scalable. It will also help us build resilience and execute day-to-day deliverables with timeliness and accuracy.
What you will be responsible for
As a Digital Asset Operations Senior Expert, you will:
Build functional and technical knowledge across traditional and digital custody and sub-custody
You will be responsible for understanding and applying operational procedures specific to digital workstreams
Execute our digital in-scope functions in this new cross-functional digital team employing a risk and controls mindset
You will be responsible for understanding and executing operational procedures specific to Digital Asset Operations
Provide regular communication and reporting updates to ensure full transparency and clarity of workstream delivery to digital asset operations leadership teams
Identify and influence quality control process improvements relevant to the role by challenging the design and implementation of related self-custody processes, procedures and other documentation required for smooth operations
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
Ability to escalate risks and decision points quickly to the appropriate stakeholders, whether that be functional leadership, digital leadership, and/or project leadership
Ability to review and vet a new operating model for viability and alignment to our existing infrastructure
Experience executing on a project as a critical stakeholder, including excellent time management and multi-tasking skills
Ability to work effectively with peers across globally distributed teams to achieve common goals
Some experience in operations, business controls, BUAT or client service for traditional and/or digital products for large institutions
Education & Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline
Ability to excel when faced with the unknown and challenged to develop new ways
Excellent communication and escalation ability
Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and external stakeholders
Hands-on experience with digital assets and wallets, distributed ledger technology, tokenization is preferred
Work requiriements:
- Hybrid work model - at least 3 days from the office per week are required
Minimum Salary:
zł132,000 AnnualThe 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.
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