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About the job

Who We Are Looking For

State Street Investment Management is looking for aSenior Project Manager for ourChina office, as part of Information Technology organization.

This senior-level role will be responsible forprogram and project management ofinvestment management applications and platforms, partnering closely withglobal business stakeholders and technology teams to ensure successful delivery across regions.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate aproven track record of leading complex, global initiatives, along with aworking knowledge of asset management business processes and applications.

Why This Role is Important to Us

OurInformation Technology function plays a critical role atState Street Investment Management, serving as a core enabler in deliveringdata-driven insights and digital capabilities to our clients. We continue to modernize our technology landscape by advancingcloud adoption, data analytics, and automation initiatives, strengthening our ability to support evolving business needs.

This role is instrumental in ensuring thesuccessful delivery of strategic technology initiatives, driving the implementation ofscalable, high-quality solutions that underpinbusiness growth and operational excellence.

What You Will Be Responsible For

• Coordinate and lead global project delivery by partnering with cross‑regional technology teams, business stakeholders, and vendors on theplanning, execution, and implementation of IT initiatives. Ownday‑to‑day management of assigned projects to ensure delivery against agreed scope, schedule, budget, and quality.

• Own project documentation and governance, including project plans, status reports, RAID logs, and key decision records, etc. Ensure full alignment withproject governance, risk management, and audit requirements, and provide proactive support during internal or external reviews.

• Identify, track, and manage project and operational risks, maintaining up‑to‑date mitigation and contingency plans. Proactively resolve issues where possible, andescalate critical risks and dependencies in a timely and structured manner to ensure informed decision‑making by leadership.

• Act as a key stakeholder interface, ensuring alignment across technology, business, and management teams, and delivering clear, accurate, and audience‑appropriate project communications.

• Enable team effectiveness and continuous improvement through coaching, facilitation, best‑practice sharing, and driving improvements in delivery discipline and team operations.

• Facilitate and support junior Project Managers, providing guidance, coaching, and practical support to build team capability and delivery consistency.

What We Value
 

• Solid experience in IT implementation and delivery projects, with demonstrated project management capability in technology‑enabled environments.

• Strong technical background, with the ability to understand and communicate effectively on technical solutions and delivery implications.

• Strong English proficiency and excellent communication skills,with the ability to collaborate effectively with global, cross‑functional stakeholders in both verbal and written contexts.

• High proficiency in project and productivity tools, including Microsoft Office, MS Project, Jira, and similar platforms. Experience with analytics tools such asPower BI or Tableau is a plus.

• Experience in AI projects or AI project management is a plus, e.g., delivering GenAI/ML initiatives, data/AI platforms, or AI-driven process automation.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and sound judgment in fast‑paced and high‑pressure situations.

Education & Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Management, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in project management or other technology-enabled project roles. Experience working on large-scale initiatives is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile and Waterfall methodologies.

• Demonstrated technical understanding of software engineering concepts (e.g., system architecture, APIs/integrations, data flows, cloud basics) to effectively partner with engineering teams and drive end-to-end delivery.

• PMP certification required; additional project management–related certifications are highly desirable.

Where Will The Role Be Based

The role will be based in Hangzhou, China.
 

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.

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