Sector Research Strategist US, State Street Global Advisors - VP I

Job description

About the role

The Sector Research Strategist position is part of the Sector ETF Research team and is based in Boston, MA.

Tasks

• Continuously monitor and analyze the financial markets and competitive industry landscape to provide research, opinions and perspectives on sectors for clients and projects.
• Utilizing strong investment results to enhance the product positioning of State Street's family of sector ETFs while offering fundamental, quantitative and technical investment strategies - including derivative investment strategies.
• Leverage expertise and market perspectives to lead top sector marketing campaigns, messaging and initiatives across various customer segment audiences.
• Generate investment thought leadership on a broad range of investment and sector themes that help inform our clients and promote sector ETFs relative to other investment strategies and vehicles.
• Articulate deep investment processes and provide ongoing updates on product positioning opportunities and work with product development teams to assist with change management initiatives.
• Some client-centered ways to promote their work and insights, including conferences where applicable.

Requirements

Required skills

• The ability to discuss fundamental and quantitative investment concepts and have a comprehensive understanding of portfolio construction techniques including implementation strategies.
• A full understanding of the benefits of the ETF structure and how it works as a secondary market.
• Deep understanding of overall portfolio construction theory, macroeconomic policy and capital markets.
• Knowledge of fundamental and quantitative investment techniques and an understanding of the use of derivatives in the context of ETFs.
• Strong writing and communication skills for frequent external and internal presentations.
• The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with our marketing, product and investment teams.

Education and preferred qualifications

• At least 7-10 years of investment experience.
• CFA or CAIA and/or MBA required.
• Current securities license (Series 7 and Series 63) preferred or the ability to obtain one.
• Clean compliance and U4 file required.
• Knowledge of Bloomberg, FactSet and Morningstar Direct.
• Knowledge of equity markets and portfolio construction.
• Critical understanding of financial theory and empirical research.
• Deep understanding of ETFs and competing investment vehicles.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work with and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Positive, cooperative attitude with strong team orientation.
• Availability for travel (10-15%).

We offer

We believe in the power that comes from the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our employees. We encourage you to apply if you like change and innovation, want to see the "big picture", make data-driven decisions and impact an organization. We will help you leave your mark here.