Investment Strategist, State Street Investment Management

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

Our promise to maintain an environment where every employee feels valued and is given equal opportunities to meet their full potential regardless of their identity, origin or gender infuses our day-to-day efforts. It’s also part of our commitment to inclusion, development and engagement, and corporate social responsibility. Join us.

At State Street Investment Management, our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. Our vision is to be a trusted partner and first investment call for every institutional investor and financial intermediary.

In order to achieve this Mission and Vision, our Investment Solutions Group will drive delivery of a robust mix of innovative solutions to our clients, while delivering a best-in-class service experience within a culture that values diversity, collaboration, and learning.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an energetic professional to be an Investment Strategist in the SSIM Investment Solutions Group (ISG). Based in Singapore, the Investment Strategist will serve in an investment advisory capacity in support of our multi-asset class business in the Asia Pacific region (APAC).

The Investment Strategist will be primarily responsible for working directly with clients and prospects in formulating their overall asset allocation, portfolio construction, investment style selection, risk framework, governance structure and client specific Investment Policy statements. As a strategist, you will collaborate with our broader ISG team, notably our Manager Research team who provide manager recommendations and oversight (in public and private markets), our trading and portfolio managers, and our APAC Model Portfolio team. In a client facing capacity you will partner with our dedicated client relationship managers and interface regularly with client investment committees, boards, and staff, and be a key contributor to investment portfolio and performance reviews.

Why this role is important to us

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role- Familiarity with the needs of various asset owners, official institutions, endowment & foundations, pensions, financial institutions and wealth advisors in the Asia Pacific region- Knowledge of global capital markets, multi-class asset solutions, and supporting asset allocation modeling- Experience in setting investment strategy to meet risk/return objectives, liabilities or spending requirements and client specific return objectives in an advisory/consultative capacity- Local insights on asset owner governance, restrictions, and regulatory considerations- Build positive relationships in collaboration with key internal stakeholders- A problem solver and trouble-shooter, with the ability to identify and analyze issues with the creativity and energy to solve them- Strong communication skills: verbal, written and presentation with ability to effectively communicate recommendations to investment committees and boards as well as demonstrated ability to influence outcomes- Highly organized, meets deadlines, with a strong attention to detail- Self-motivated individual with intellectual curiosity, high energy level, strong work ethic and demonstrated personal and professional integrity- Appreciation of the importance of risk excellence when representing a global financial services firm- Maintain the highest possible fiduciary standards and ensure compliance with all internal and external requirements- 7-10 years of industry experience- CFA/CAIA preferred

About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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