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

4 weeks ago


Singapur, Singapore State Street 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 individual in this role will be responsible for managing activities associated with SSGA’s 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 world’s 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 SSGA’s 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 SSGA’s 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, 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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers



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