Who we are looking for

State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) is one of the largest global asset managers and the only one with an Investment Centre in Poland.  Poland Investment Centre (Poland Hub) has a variety of functions including portfolio management, research, operations, client service, risk, legal & compliance. It is continually growing with a significant diversity of roles and opportunities. 

This role is part of the Poland Hub Administration team which supports hub senior management and leads administration activities, initiatives and projects for the hub.  This role will be an individual contributor in nature, with enhanced exposure with global locations, who would work closely with peers, local management, and business leads.

What we will ask you to do

• Take the lead and end to end ownership in managing work related to supporting senior management in producing executive content and key business initiatives
• Cooperate effectively with respective partners to obtain required input and make valuable contributions through a critical review to support decision making
• Manage independently assigned work streams, tasks or projects in the business administration area resulting from executing Poland  Hub strategy; build required business cases aimed at addressing challenges
• Coordinate existing local processes resulting from business needs (e.g. critical metric tracking, internal governance, business projects, new hire onboarding.)
• Implement new solutions based on the identified business needs. Provides consultancy and advisory role for the key stakeholders in these areas.
• Actively looks for commonalities between processes and functions with aim to streamline and optimize them and to ensure that they are adding value and meeting business expectations
• Upholds a strict level of confidentiality
• Represents Poland in the identified forums, networks or work streams on local or global level
• Coordinates executive communications, including hosting calls and following up with minutes
• Schedules meetings, appointments and handles travel/business visits itineraries, as required
• Develops and sustains a level of integrity among staff and clientele

What we value

• Relevant professional experience in Administration or Business functions;
• Master’s Degree or equivalent
• PC literacy including MS Office (focus on PowerPoint and Excel), Outlook,
• Project Management methodology considered an asset but not required
• Experience: 3-5 years. Experience in Finance industry or Management-Consulting industry preferred
• The candidate should possess excellent communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills
• Ability to analyze data from multiple sources
• Ability to visualize data (knowing how to present data in charts and graphs to tell a story)

Who you are

• Proven ability to work towards tight deadlines with excellent attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize workload and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent organizational and planning skills;
• Experience in working within a multi-cultural environment;
• Proficiency in English;
• Evidence of strong communication and influencing skills;
• Ambitious personality and pro-activeness;
• Analytical skills & problem-solving ability;
• Effective in a team, providing support as required
• Ability to use initiative, demonstrate flexibility and think creatively to solve problems
• High degree of accuracy when working
• Interested to learn and develop career at one of the top global asset manager

Are you the right candidate? Yes!

We truly believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences our employees bring with them. Although each vacancy details what we are looking for, we don’t necessarily need you to fulfil all of them when applying. If you like change and innovation, seek to see the bigger picture, make data driven decisions and are a good team player, you could be a great fit.

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