Middle Office Automation Solution Architect (Automation & Data) - Assistant Vice President

Job Posting TitleAssistant Vice President – Middle Office Automation & Data Enablement LeadJob Description SummaryState Street’s Middle Office function is establishing a small specialist team to design, deliver and support business-driven automation and data enablement solutions across reconciliations, exception management, document processing, and cross-system workflows. This Vice President is the service owner for the automation capability, accountable for portfolio prioritization, risk and controls, and stable production operations.Job DescriptionWho we are looking forA senior operations/technology leader with proven experience delivering change in regulated investment operations. You will lead a six-person pod covering governance, engineering and run support, partnering with Operations teams who own process discovery and subject-matter expertise.Why this role is important to usMiddle Office teams handle critical and time-sensitive controls, executions and decisions. Scaling automation safely requires clear ownership, strong governance, and a support model that maintains service levels while reducing manual effort and operational risk.What you will be responsible forAs Vice President you willOwn the automation service (build + run) and provide a clear operating rhythm: intake, prioritisation, release, and support.Partner with Operations leaders to convert discovery into a ranked backlog aligned to client impact, risk reduction, and capacity release.Act as escalation point for production automations; ensure timely triage, communication, and resolution of issues.Set standards for solution design, documentation, and evidence (runbooks, controls, audit trails) across Power Platform and RPA.Ensure governance and lifecycle management (ownership, co-ownership, service accounts, periodic reviews/recertification).Drive a “systemic fix first” approach to recurring data issues; coordinate remediation across data providers/technology partners.Develop team capability through coaching, performance management, and skills development.Provide executive reporting on pipeline, value delivered, risk/compliance posture, and support health (incidents, trends).Additional Key ResponsibilitiesStakeholder & Client ManagementBuild strong relationships with Operations, Technology, Product, Risk/Compliance and Service Management stakeholders.Represent the automation program in governance forums; communicate progress, dependencies and decisions clearly.Promote adoption by ensuring solutions meet user needs, are usable, and are embedded in BAU processes.Risk Management & Control AssuranceEnsure appropriate controls exist for automated processes (maker-checker where required, logging, access management).Oversee incident/problem management alignment and lessons learned to reduce repeat failures.Ensure documentation supports audit and regulatory requirements applicable to the serviced processes.What we valueThese skills will help you succeed in this role:Deep understanding of investment operations / Middle Office processing and control environment.Strong leadership and stakeholder management; ability to influence across functions and geographies.Proven track record delivering automation, process improvement, and technology change in regulated environments.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to make sound decisions under time pressure.Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present to senior audiences.Education & Preferred Qualifications12+ years of professional experience (Middle Office / Investment Operations, Technology, or relevant consulting).Demonstrated people leadership experience in a global/complex operating model.Degree in finance, business, technology or equivalent relevant industry experience.About State StreetState Street is a leading provider of financial services to institutional investors. Our teams help clients safeguard and steward assets and deliver effective investment solutions through servicing, data & analytics, research & trading, and investment management.We strive to create an inclusive environment where employees can grow their careers while delivering value to clients. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.Job Posting TitleAssistant Vice President – Middle Office Automation Solution Architect (Automation & Data)Job Description SummaryState Street’s Middle Office function is establishing a small specialist team to design, deliver and support business-driven automation and data enablement solutions across reconciliations, exception management, document processing, and cross-system workflows. This Assistant Vice President is accountable for intake analysis, solution shaping, and high-quality documentation—turning Operations’ discovery and SME input into clear epics/stories, requirements, sizing, and training materials so automations can be delivered and supported reliably in production.Job DescriptionWho we are looking forA structured, delivery-minded techno-functional leader who can translate operational problems into well-defined automation work packages. You are strong in process analysis, requirements, and documentation, and you bring a practical understanding of controls and auditability in a regulated operations environment. You partner closely with Operations SMEs, the Service Owner, and engineering roles to ensure solutions are unambiguous, testable, and ready to embed into BAU.Why this role is important to usMiddle Office teams handle time-sensitive processing in a control-heavy environment. To scale automation safely and consistently, we need clear front-end ownership of problem definition, requirements, sizing, and documentation—so delivery is efficient, outcomes are measurable, and production support is stable with audit-ready evidence and runbooks.What you will be responsible forAs Assistant Vice President you willOwn intake analysis for automation demand: clarify the problem statement, scope boundaries, constrain