State Street Global Advisors, Asia-Pacific Head of Asset Stewardship, Vice President

1 month ago


Singapore State Street Full time

Who we are looking for

The Asset Stewardship team is responsible for developing and implementing the firmâs proxy voting and engagement guidelines, managing issuer engagement, and undertaking research and analysis of governance and sustainability related issues. As a senior member of State Street Global Advisorsâ (SSGA) Asset Stewardship team, the individual in this role will be responsible for managing activities associated with SSGAâs Asset Stewardship efforts across the Asia-Pacific region to fulfill our fiduciary duty. This role requires significant cross-organizational leadership and teamwork skills to:

  • Oversee proxy voting and engagement activities across Asia-Pacific

  • Help develop Voting and Engagement Policy and Guidelines for the Asia-Pacific region

  • Partner with Head of Stewardship Strategy to present our views to clients and market participants

  • Oversee the development of Asset-Stewardship related processes and tools

  • Establish and manage a team to support such efforts

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Advisors, one of the biggest asset managers in the world, that provides services to the worldâs governments, institutions and financial advisors across the globe. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.

Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for

As Asia-Pacific Head of Asset Stewardship, you will

  • Be responsible for overseeing voting and engagement activities with investee companies across the Asia-Pacific region

  • Engage with issuers through a variety of methods, including face-to-face meetings and conference calls

  • Work with our Stewardship team to engage, track and organize company meetings as well as annual reporting and other external communications

  • Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to understand stewardship landscape to ensure that stewardship program is staying abreast of client expectation, market best practice, and regulations

  • Contribute to the analysis of stewardship related regulations/governmental expectations, and share insights with the broader stewardship team

  • Work with broader business to advocate SSGAâs value-based stewardship approach and leadership on stewardship and activities undertaken.

  • Manage and develop talent.  Ensure broader team is trained with stewardship acumen to meet business requirements and investment needs

  • Oversee the development of Asset-Stewardship related processes and tools

  • Collaborate closely with the Global Head of Asset Stewardship to ensure success of our overall stewardship program

What we value

  • These skills will help you succeed in this role

  • Exceptionally strong written and verbal communications skills with an engaging personality

  • Ability to present information in an organized and clear fashion

  • Strong understanding of SSGAâs clients and client-facing activities would be beneficial

  • Strong interpersonal skills with comfort working independently and within a team setting

  • Ability to work in a dynamic environment, demonstrating initiative and the ability to prioritize workloads

  • Candidates must be detail oriented

  • Data development and analytical skills are a plus

Education & Preferred Qualifications

  • 10+years of experience in proxy voting and company engagement

  • Strong understanding of stewardship activities and value-oriented narratives

  • Ability to effectively navigate an increasingly complex environment and stay focused on our core fiduciary responsibility

  • Proven ability to build a high-performing team to achieve desired results. The candidate should have a track record of effectively managing individuals and leading initiatives from start to finish.

  • Graduate degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. business, economics or finance) and/or CFA designation (or willingness to pursue these designations) would be beneficial

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, weâre making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, weâve 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. Youâll 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 employeesâ 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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers



  • Singapore State Street Corporation Full time

    Who we are looking for The Asset Stewardship team is responsible for developing and implementing the firm's proxy voting and engagement guidelines, managing issuer engagement, and undertaking research and analysis of governance and sustainability related issues. As a senior member of State Street Global Advisors' (SSGA) Asset Stewardship team, the...


  • Singapore Currenex State Street Trust Company Full time

    Who we are looking forThe Asset Stewardship team is responsible for developing and implementing the firm's proxy voting and engagement guidelines, managing issuer engagement, and undertaking research and analysis of governance and sustainability related issues. As a senior member of State Street Global Advisors' (SSGA) Asset Stewardship team, the individual...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking forState Street is recruiting for a VP to work in our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank Network Management team. Network Management is part of Product Development.  State Street’s network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA....


  • Singapore State Street Corporation Full time

    Who we are looking for State Street is recruiting for a VP to work in our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank Network Management team. Network Management is part of Product Development. State Street's network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA. Network...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Essential Responsibilities Reporting into Regional APAC Controller; dotted line to Country Head in Singapore.Responsible for all aspects of legal entity and BU Controllership within the ASEAN region (spanning Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Brunei) to ensure accuracy of financial results and that all internal controls are appropriately designed and...


  • Singapore Currenex State Street Trust Company Full time

    Who we are looking forState Street is recruiting for a VP to work in our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank Network Management team. Network Management is part of Product Development.State Street's network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA. Network...


  • Singapore State Street Bank And Trust Company Full time

    Who we are looking forState Street is recruiting for a VP to work in our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank Network Management team. Network Management is part of Product Development. State Street's network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over $42trn in AUCA.Network...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Essential responsibilitiesReporting into Regional APAC Controller; dotted line to Country Head in Singapore.Responsible for all aspects of legal entity and BU Controllership within the ASEAN region (spanning Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Brunei) to ensure accuracy of financial results and that all internal controls are appropriately designed and...


  • Singapore STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Full time

    Roles & ResponsibilitiesWho we are looking forState Street is recruiting for a VP to work in our Agent Bank and Cash Correspondent Bank Network Management team. Network Management is part of Product Development. State Street’s network consists of over 150 relationships across 103 countries and is an integral part of the operation of the bank with over...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    State Street is a technology led company and the position is predominantly customer facing with a particular focus on bridging technology & business for State Street clients.  The individual is responsible for fostering business technology relationships in support of State Street revenue growth with existing clients and new prospects.  Additionally,...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking forManage liquidity provision to all SSGM clients and branches.  This includes:Limit orders, market orders, and fixing orders etc.Making markets as principal to clients and in the interbank marketMonitor all market risk in eFX  Forward stream, and intervene when necessaryManage flows and initiate market risk position to augment...

  • Country Head

    3 weeks ago


    Singapore State Street Full time

    Role Purpose:As the Country Head, this role is responsible to take an enterprise wide approach to growing our franchise in Singapore/Southeast Asia. The role is focused on a region wide mandate and solving for a collective State Street approach.  This role will also be responsible for the regional sales management function across the APAC region. This...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking forThe Custody Product organisation is recruiting for an APAC Custody Product Head to run the product in the region and be a key part of the custody leadership group.  State Street’s product organisation is leading an exciting period of transformation for the business and requires an experienced APAC Custody Product Head to join...


  • Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking for:Reporting into Regional Southeast Asia ControllerSupporting of various aspects of legal entity and BU Controllership within the Southeast Asia region (spanning Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, and Brunei) to ensure accuracy of financial results and that all internal controls are appropriately designed and executed. Coverage for...


  • Singapore Currenex State Street Trust Company Full time

    Who we are looking forThe Custody Product organisation is recruiting for an APAC Custody Product Head to run the product in the region and be a key part of the custody leadership group. State Street's product organisation is leading an exciting period of transformation for the business and requires an experienced APAC Custody Product Head to join the team...


  • Singapore Currenex State Street Trust Company Full time

    OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Program Change Manager to join our Client Services Team, based in Singapore. The successful candidate will be managing a program of initiatives including onboarding activities for a key strategic client. The Client Services Team is responsible for excellent service delivery and solutions to our asset owners, asset...


  • Singapore State Street Bank And Trust Company Full time

    OverviewWe are looking for an experienced Program Change Manager to join our Client Services Team, based in Singapore. The successful candidate will be managing a program of initiatives including onboarding activities for a key strategic client. The Client Services Team is responsible for excellent service delivery and solutions to our asset owners, asset...

  • Internship Program

    7 days ago


    Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking for Deliver high quality client service both internally and externally by incorporating experience and industry knowledge in daily workflow so as to complete increasingly complex tasks on time and accurately. Why this role is important to us From technology and product innovation to corporate responsibility and community development, we're...

  • Internship Program

    7 days ago


    Singapore State Street Full time

    Who we are looking for Deliver high quality client service both internally and externally by incorporating experience and industry knowledge in daily workflow so as to complete increasingly complex tasks on time and accurately. Why this role is important to us From technology and product innovation to corporate responsibility and community development,...


  • Singapore STATE STREET BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Full time

    Roles & ResponsibilitiesOverviewWe are looking for an experienced Program Change Manager to join our Client Services Team, based in Singapore. The successful candidate will be managing a program of initiatives including onboarding activities for a key strategic client. The Client Services Team is responsible for excellent service delivery and solutions to...