Managing Director – Wealth Custody & Clearing

State Street

Managing Director overseeing strategic implementation for Wealth Custody & Clearing division at State Street. Leading execution of high-priority strategic initiatives in a global environment.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $267,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

own the end-to-end governance and execution of WC&C’s strategic initiative portfolio
set and enforce enterprise-level prioritization, sequencing, and funding discipline across competing initiatives
design, implement, and operate an enterprise-grade PMO governance framework aligned to State Street standards
ensure consistent reporting across financials, milestones, dependencies, risks, and outcomes
proactively identify systemic execution risks and lead corrective action
prepare and deliver executive-level and board-ready materials on program status, risks, investment performance, and delivery outlook
partner with Finance to establish rigorous tracking of investments, benefits realization, and financial outcomes across the portfolio
build, lead, and continuously mature a WC&C PMO organization capable of supporting enterprise-scale delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive leadership experience in portfolio, program, or enterprise transformation roles within financial services or similarly complex, regulated institutions
experience operating at Managing Director (or equivalent) level with accountability for enterprise-scale execution outcomes
proven ability to lead large, interdependent portfolios spanning business, technology, operations, and control functions (risk, compliance, legal, finance)
comfort navigating ambiguity and driving clarity, structure, and momentum across competing priorities
track record of influencing senior leaders and driving alignment in highly matrixed, global organizations
strong executive communication skills, including creation of clear, decision-oriented materials for senior leadership and, when needed, board-level audiences
PMP or other relevant certification preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
access to our Employee Assistance Program
incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans)
eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

Governance Framework DesignFinancial TrackingRisk ManagementProgram ExecutionInvestment Performance Analysis

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior LeadersDriving ClarityNavigating AmbiguityBuilding TeamsCreating Decision-Oriented Materials

Certifications

PMP