Head of Controls Automation, Managing Director

$175,000 - $287,500/Yr

State Street Corporation - Quincy, MA

Full-time - Senior

Quincy, MA

10,001+ employees

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Head of Controls Automation, Managing Director at State Street Corporation is responsible for leading the strategic development and implementation of automated controls within the Global Technology Services (GTS) division. This role focuses on enhancing delivery excellence through innovative automation solutions, ensuring that the organization meets its operational goals while driving continuous efficiency and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end delivery of control testing automation tools, overseeing the Control Automation life cycle from requirement management to implementation
• Focused on strategizing and driving continuous efficiency through process streamlining and automation
• Critically assesses new tools and identifies those that align with organizational goals and technical landscape
• Mentors, guides, and trains junior team members in control principles and automation techniques

Requirements

• Excellent knowledge of the principles of control design, execution, and testing
• Knowledge of advanced automation tools and applications
• Strong execution and project management skills with a drive for continuous improvement
• Innovative and independent thinker able to structure, design, and articulate imaginative automated solutions
• Ability to collaborate and work across multiple stakeholders
• Ability to solve complex problems with support from management
• Manages stakeholder needs and expectations while providing consistent and regular communications
• Able to effectively balance multiple tasks through careful prioritization
• Advanced MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

Nice-to-haves

• Graduate degree preferred
• Experience in a leadership team for 7-10 years

Benefits

• Generous medical care
• Insurance and savings plans
• Flexible Work Programs
• Development programs and educational support
• Paid volunteer days
• Matching gift programs
• Access to employee networks