State Street

Who we are looking for

The SSGA Japan Investment Operations – Reporting team is responsible for monthly and quarterly reports for financial institutions, pension funds and investment trust funds. To cover a wide range of customers, the team delivers a high volume of reports, around 300 on monthly basis and 100 on a quarterly basis within a limited timeframe for deadline. You are expected to have a cooperative spirit to support team members as a team player and contribute to the achievement of team goals, as well as strong communication skills and a solid professional mindset to execute tasks efficiently. You will report to the Reporting team manager in Japan. You will interact with various key stakeholders including Client facing teams, Investment teams, Performance Analysis team, Vendors, Overseas Operation teams, external fund auditor, etc. This role can be performed in a hybrid model, where you can balance work from home and office to match your needs and role requirements. 

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Global Advisors, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.

Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.

What you will be responsible for:

• Create Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Ad Hoc reports that covers retails, financial institute group and pension, public clients, and offshore funds.
• Create statutory reports and other reports (Basel III related, etc).
• Work with relevant teams for onboarding new reports and apply changes as necessary to the existing report format which include preparation of report template as well as tools to extract data and calculate performance returns, etc.
• Work with relevant teams to ensure the reports are delivered to clients within timeline.
• Review and ensure data accuracy, work with related teams to solve data issues.
• Monitor report delivery, make sure of report timeliness and accuracy.
• Tactical automation to improve work efficiency, process improvement to pursue risk excellence.
• Oversee processes that have been outsourced to the outsourcing service providers.
• Conduct research and analysis on regulatory change that may impact to the report format and update the report format as necessary.
• Extensive liaison with the business to provide accurate and timely daily operational support and follow up on queries.
• Follow a Risk excellence framework by undertaking regular reviews and improvement of operational procedures and controls process.
• Involved in changes, projects and other initiatives related to primary responsibilities.

Experience, Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree or other advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of working experiences in financial industry, especially in client service, fund operations, client reporting in asset management industry.
• Advanced application skills such as Excel and Excel VBA, Access
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communications and organizational skills with key internal and external stakeholders
• Proven ability to collaborate and drive execution within the organization and build strong professional relationships.
• Self-motivated professional with the ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities and schedules to meet deadline while maintaining attention to detail for data integrity and error correction.
• Demonstrate ability to evolve reporting processes, recommend and implement changes and deliver continuous improvement.
• Knowledgeable of processes, risks, controls, and controls design
• Familiarity with the asset management industry and relevant regulations / association rules
• Native Japanese and English language skills preferred.
• Knowledge of application such as T-star GX, Bloomberg, Factset and other vendor systems will be an advantage.

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