Digital Asset Operations Director, hybrid,… at State Street · Kraków

Digital Asset Operations Director, hybrid, Vice President Location: Krakow, Poland Who we are looking for ADigital AssetOperations Directorfor State Street’sDigital Asset Operations teamwho has a strong understanding of both traditional assets and digital asset operations coupled with large institutional experience. The DigitalAssetOperations teamis responsible forassistingin the design and/or execution of the operational model for sub-custody and self-custody withinourGlobal Delivery teams as part of delivering the enterprise strategy for State Street Digital. This is an exciting opportunity for an agile and dedicated manager looking to take on a leading role in building the future digital infrastructure of financial markets from the ground up. You will report directly into the Head of DigitalAssetOperations and work closely with our dedicated Digital teams in Product Development, IT, Business, Governance & Controls, Risk and Compliance plus our State Street Global Delivery and Sales teams to effectively service our Institutional client base. In addition, you will be involved in engaging with State Street Digital’s external partners and vendors, fromearly in theproduct development cycle right through to testing, delivery into operations of our new client services in approvedjurisdictions. This unique role requires knowledge of traditional investment services business operations – particularly in the areas of custody, payments, trading, securities servicing and process,complianceand process documentation - as well as a broad understanding of next generation technologies, including distributed ledger technologies (blockchain), digital custody, cryptocurrencies, wallettechnologyand tokenization. This role also requires experience with business transformation andchangemanagement to help grow nascent businesses. Why this role is important to us The team you will be joining playsan important rolein the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make thathappenwe need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive forcutting-edgesolutions,that are straightforward and scalable. You will help us build resilience and executeday to daydeliverables at our best. Join us if making your mark in the financial services industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. What you will be responsible for AsaDigital AssetOperationsDirector,you will: Own the overallfront-to-back management or related processes in custody for State Street Digital including reporting, change management of processes and required resources. Contribute to the delivery of our enterprise strategy for the organization as a thought partner by challenging the design and implementation of related sub- and self-custodyprocesses, proceduresand other documentationrequiredfor smooth operations in production. Ensure SLAs with our internal partners meet the needsrequiredto deliver seamless day-to-day delivery of services with periodic reviews. Provideregular productandservice updates including risk / KPI metrics to ensure full transparency and clarity of service delivery for State Street Digital Management. Managing a team of experts (Senior Associate - Assistant Vice President) ​ What we value These skills will help you succeed in this role: Engage effectively with business partners to ensure risks and controls in new models are understood and appropriately managed, and to ensure that the businessoperatesin compliance with jurisdictional regulatory requirements. Constructively challenge the status quo; collaborate with State Street Digital product teams, Compliance and State Street Global Delivery SMEs as“one team” to help accelerate product development and delivery cycles Experience in driving innovative products in a start-up culture (preferably within large, complex organizations) Ability to work online with distributed teams Process documentation and process management experience Ability to escalate risks and decision points quickly to theappropriate stakeholders, whether that be functional leadership, digital leadership, and/or project leadership Executing on a project as a critical stakeholder, including excellent time management and multi-tasking skills Education & Preferred Qualifications: Significant experiencein operations and client service for traditional and digital products for large institutions People management experience Hands-on experience with digital assets and wallets / distributed ledger technology Experience in change management in business transformation initiatives Understanding of relevant enterprise financial technology solutions and related governance Excellent presentation, communications, collaboration and influencing skills Proven ability to build relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders Fluent in English – oral and written – isa must Advanced degree(s) in digital (business or technical) – a nice to have A can-do attitude coupled with a risk and operational excellence mindset Work requirements: Hybrid work model - at least 3 days from the office per week are required Minimum Salary:​ zł282 000 Annual The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​ Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​ In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​ ​ We Offer:​ Permanent contract from day one​ Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​ Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​ Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​ Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​ Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​ Variety of well-being programs​ Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role 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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