SVP, Data Operations

State Street

. Define and execute the global Alpha Data Operations strategy .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesLead💰 $225,000 - $337,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive leadership in investment operations and data management, with a focus on global service performance, operational controls, and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to drive transformation and build high-performing teams while ensuring data integrity and effective risk management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

20+ Years Leadership ExperienceInvestment Data Management ExpertiseGlobal Service Performance AccountabilityOperational Controls and Risk ManagementMulti-Location Team Leadership

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Hard Skills

Data GovernanceSecurity Master ManagementReconciliationsOperational PerformanceClient and Regulatory ReportingCRIMS ExperienceInvestment OperationsPlatform ModernizationIssue ResolutionAudit Management

Soft Skills

Influencing Executive CommitteesStakeholder CommunicationConstructive ChallengeTalent DevelopmentContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

AI-Enabled CapabilitiesStrategic Technology Solutions

Certifications & Qualifications

Advanced Professional Qualifications

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesFront-to-Back Operating ModelsAsset ServicingAlpha ServicesOperational Readiness

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the global Alpha Data Operations strategy
Translate Alpha priorities into a scalable operating model, clear accountabilities, and measurable outcomes across regions and client segments
Own global service performance and data-readiness outcomes for CRIMS trading, client and regulatory reporting, and downstream operations
Serve as executive sponsor and final escalation point for material client, data, asset-servicing, and production issues
Direct resolution, remediation, and senior stakeholder communication for material issues
Build partnerships with senior client, Front Office, Product, Technology, and Operations leaders
Set global standards for service governance, issue transparency, executive reporting, KPIs, trend analysis, board materials, and remediation oversight
Align Alpha Data Operations with Alpha Data Services product strategy and the wider Alpha operating model
Own the global data governance and control framework covering Security Master, reference data, validation, reconciliations, vendor-sourced data, sign-off standards, and end-to-end integrity controls
Maintain an audit-ready control environment with documentation, evidence, risk acceptance, issue governance, and remediation
Determine responses to material operational and data risks
Set global performance, capacity, location, and vendor-management disciplines
Lead a high-performing, multi-location organization with clear objectives, decision rights, and accountability
Build leadership depth through succession planning, talent pipelines, technical development, and performance management
Foster an inclusive culture of ownership, constructive challenge, innovation, and continuous improvement
Act as the enterprise authority for Alpha Data Operations
Shape the target operating model and transformation roadmap
Simplify processes and advance automation, AI-enabled capabilities, and strategic technology solutions
Influence enterprise investment priorities and sequence change against client outcomes, risk, capacity, and operational readiness
Ensure resilient service delivery through effective capacity, location, and third-party strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

20+ years of leadership experience in investment operations, data operations, asset servicing, Alpha services, or comparable front-to-back financial-services environments
Proven accountability for complex global services, data integrity, operational performance, risk, and client outcomes at scale
Deep expertise in investment data management, Security Master and reference data, reconciliations, production support, operational controls, and regulated environments
Strong understanding of front-to-back operating models, including trading, IBOR, client and regulatory reporting, and downstream investment operations
CRIMS experience is a plus
Demonstrated success leading global, multi-location teams through large-scale transformation, platform modernization, and operating-model redesign
Track record of managing material incidents, audits, regulatory matters, and enterprise remediation programs
Exceptional ability to influence executive committees, institutional clients, regulators, auditors, and strategic partners across organizational boundaries
Strong commercial and financial judgement, balancing client outcomes, risk, investment, capacity, efficiency, and resilience
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, Mathematics, Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience
Advanced or relevant professional qualifications are advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
Short-term disability
Family care leave/responsibilities support
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation, including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks