Description

Why This Role Matters
This role sits at the intersection of Finance, Technology, and AI-responsible for shaping the way State Street Finance operates in a digital-first, data-driven world. The Automation and Analytics Hub will serve as the engine for continuous improvement and innovation, enabling the Finance organization to operate more efficiently, make faster and better-informed decisions, and prepare for the next frontier of agentic AI.

The work done here will have lasting enterprise impact-defining how Finance leverages automation, analytics, and intelligent agents to deliver value for years to come.

Position Summary
We are seeking a hands-on and visionary Vice President to lead this Hub from inception through maturity. Reporting to the Head of Data Solutions, this leader will design and operationalize the foundational infrastructure, processes, and delivery model that underpin Finance's automation and analytics capabilities.

Initially, the focus will be on building the infrastructure and operating processes in partnership with Global Technology Services (GTS), delivering high-impact use cases that showcase tangible business value. Over time, the Hub will evolve into a hub-and-spoke model, establishing scalable governance, reusable assets, and shared capabilities across the Finance organization.

This role is also instrumental in preparing Finance for the agentic AI future-enabling low-code, no-code, and automation platforms that form the foundation for intelligent, autonomous agent solutions.

What you will be responsible for
1. Build and Operationalize the Hub

• Lead the setup of the Automation and Analytics Hub infrastructure, processes, and environments in partnership with Global Technology Services (GTS) and enterprise partners.
• Define foundational governance, access, and enablement frameworks for automation and analytics platforms.
• Identify, prioritize, and deliver high-impact use cases that demonstrate measurable value and set the standard for future work.

2. Define and Evolve the Hub-and-Spoke Model

• Design and operationalize a Hub-and-Spoke framework that connects the central Hub with Finance functional teams ("spokes") to enable consistency, reuse, and scalable delivery.
• Establish governance and certification models for low-code and no-code solutions, ensuring alignment with enterprise data and AI strategies.
• Continuously refine the Hub operating model to embed standards, training, and best practices across Finance.

3. Partner Across Technology and Finance

• Collaborate with Finance business leaders to identify automation and analytics opportunities and prioritize based on business impact.
• Partner with GTS and IT to design and deploy workflow and RPA solutions, ensuring sustainable delivery and integration.
• Serve as the key interface between Finance, Technology, and Operations to ensure alignment, transparency, and value realization.

4. Governance, Standards, and Best Practices

• Define enterprise-level standards for automation and analytics, maintaining a certified repository of data sources, dashboards, and reusable components.
• Implement frameworks for performance measurement and oversight-tracking adoption, ROI, and business outcomes.
• Ensure alignment with data governance, risk management, and AI ethics standards.

5. Enablement and Cultural Change

• Develop and deliver training and enablement programs to strengthen digital, analytical, and automation capabilities across Finance.
• Act as a culture carrier and change leader, promoting curiosity, experimentation, and digital fluency.
• Build and nurture a community of practice across Finance to share best practices and accelerate innovation.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Finance transformation, analytics, automation, or data solutions within a large financial institution or consulting firm.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MS in Data, Analytics, Computer Science, or Finance).
• Proven experience in building and scaling new capabilities such as centers of excellence, automation hubs, or digital innovation teams.
• Strong hands-on expertise with low-code/no-code, automation, and workflow/RPA tools (e.g., Power Platform, Alteryx, UiPath, MS Copilot/Studio or similar).
• Solid technical foundation, including practical experience with Python, scripting, or similar programming languages to prototype automation or agentic solutions.
• Exposure to or experience in agentic AI, intelligent automation, or AI agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, OpenAI, Azure AI Studio, or similar), demonstrating the ability to bridge automation with next-generation AI capabilities.
• Deep understanding of Finance processes, data structures, and control environments.
• Proven ability to work across Finance and Technology teams on infrastructure setup, governance, and scalable solution delivery.
• Excellent leadership, collaboration, and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to influence and inspire across levels.
• Recognized as a change agent and culture builder, able to drive adoption of new tools and digital ways of working.

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.