Business Controls, Officer at State Street in Quincy, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Who we are looking for:

Looking for a Business risk Management professional to support the Governance and Reporting Team for GD Business Risk Management. Ideally, we are looking for a candidate with a risk focus mindset, excellent organizational skills, with experience of writing meeting minutes at State Street (or similar firm).

Why this role is important to us:

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Business Risk Management (BRM), which is a valued partner to the business in the identification, assessment and mitigation of risk, and cultivation of a framework of practices which enable a balance of commercial considerations with the risk excellence objectives established by business leadership.

Join us if making your mark in this team from day one is a challenge would embrace.

What you will be responsible for:

• Scheduling annual calendar of all Risk Meetings with Senior Management


• Collaboration with BRM and the Business to agree monthly Agendas.


• Creation of PowerPoint decks for Risk Meetings


• Production of timely Meeting Minutes


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Reporting requirements.


• Tracking Action items captured at Risk Meetings


• Ensure adherence to the Corporate wide Escalation Protocol

• Monitor and report on inter-connected risk initiatives.


• Build strong relationships with other Business Risk Management, Compliance, ERM, Audit, Legal and/or business colleagues; collaborate to achieve organizational goals.


• Continuously develop deep knowledge of core products, process, financial markets, technology, regulatory obligations, and operating model changes; understand impact to your role and responsibilities.


• Take initiative to lead targeted projects to assess risk and control deficiencies as needed.

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Critical thinker with the ability to solve for complex problems.


• Dive into detail and ensure plans are deliverable and sustainable.


• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.


• Organization in a fast-paced working environment


• Strong time management skills; Deadline and detail oriented


• Ability to adapt to change and respond to last minute requests.

• Overall experience of 5+ years in Financial services or risk management or both.


• Comfortable interacting with senior executives


• Advanced PowerPoint skills


• Professional writing capabilities

• Familiarity with Box, SharePoint, and Teams

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 in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program 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 perspective 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 the 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 program 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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers.

Salary Range:
$70,000 - $115,000 Annual

The 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.