Head of Business Strategy Middle East & Africa, VP II, State Street Global Advisors

Head of Business Strategy Middle East & Africa, VP II, State Street Global Advisors

About State Street Global Advisors

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 Global Advisors, our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. Our vision is to be the first investment call for every institutional investor and financial intermediary.

In order to achieve SSGA’s Mission and Vision, our Client Coverage Group will drive the sale of a robust mix of innovative solutions to our institutional clients, including active and beta strategies, while delivering a best-in-class service experience within a culture that values diversity, collaboration and learning.

Job Description

Overview of role:

We are looking for an accomplished business strategy professional to join our dynamic, diverse SSGA Middle East & Africa (MEA) and Official Institutions team. Based in our Dubai office, you will play a critical role in providing management support and contributing to our ongoing planning and strategy execution efforts.

You will need to collaborate with colleagues in investments, research, marketing and product development. The role requires energy, flexibility, curiosity and excellent interpersonal, analytical and communication skills.

This role will include strategic, project and management support responsibilities across the business.   The role will provide an opportunity to work across the organization to help drive results, support strategic initiatives, improve processes, foster collaboration and alignment, and achieve more efficient business performance.

The role reports directly to the Head of MEA and Official Institutions.

Responsibilities :

In addition to various ad-hoc strategic execution duties, the candidate will focus on three critical areas:

Business Management

• Coordinate sales activity planning in partnership with sales and client relationship teams
• Contribute to regional PR planning
• Oversee and help improve local MIS reporting and management dashboards
• Organize annual sales and management offsite
• Actively contribute to regional event planning and coordination in partnership with Corporate Events/Marketing and client facing teams

Management Support

• Prepare all required Board and Committee presentations for senior management review
• Prepare Quarterly Business Results presentations
• Act as (voting) proxy to head of MEA and Official Institutions in certain committee meetings when required
• Support senior management in maintaining engagement with key external stakeholders (index providers, stock exchanges, trade associations, etc.)
• Keep abreast of changes in regional laws and regulations and contribute to impact assessment initiatives

Growth Strategy

• Help identify and map out new potential growth areas for the business and contribute to associated projects and business cases – this includes developments into new segments, new geographies and new product lines
• Work on sales acceleration initiatives in partnership with the sales and marketing teams
• Represent the region in firmwide projects and initiatives
• Contribute to ad hoc initiatives involving Official Institutions clients across multiple jurisdictions

What we would love you to be:

• Academic background in finance, economics, business or a related field
• CFA/CAIA charter holder/ candidate or equivalent
• Prior experience in asset management products, distribution or strategy
• Minimum 3 years experience in client facing or business strategy roles with top tier international financial services firm
• Fluency in English (Arabic is a plus)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A good problem solver and trouble-shooter, with the ability to identify and analyze issues with the creativity and energy to solve them

Who you are:

• You are articulate, curious and entrepreneurial
• You want to work in a diverse, multi-cultural environment
• You are motivated and keen to deliver the best possible outcomes
• You are passionate about long-term relationship building
• You understand the importance of risk excellence when representing a global financial services firm in emerging markets

About State Street Global Advisors

What We Do. As the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, State Street Global Advisors has served the world’s governments, institutions and financial advisors for over four decades. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis and market-tested experience, we build from a breadth of active and index strategies to create cost-effective solutions. As stewards, we help portfolio companies see that what is fair for people and sustainable for the planet can deliver long-term performance. And, as pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become one of the world’s largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under our care.

Our Mission. At State Street Global Advisors our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. We are driven by a desire to help our clients, and those who rely on them, achieve a better future. We have a long history of developing innovative investment strategies to provide our clients with reliable and transparent returns, cost-effectively, and without excessive risk.

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.

Company: State Street Global Advisors