Equity Hub, Vice President I, State Street Investment Management in London

The role is for a senior member of the International Product Innovation team driving equity product innovation across ETFs, Funds and strategies. The role drives the development and range management of SSIM’s EMEA ETFs & Funds for International (ex US), taking direct ownership from initial concept through governance, launch, and post-launch management.

The International Product team is part of State Street IM Global Product Innovation team which supports the Client Coverage Group and Global Investment team to research, design and deliver innovative products and solutions to SSIM’s clients across asset classes and investment styles, including sustainable investing. It is a strategic product role that requires the ability to originate ideas, build commercial cases, engage directly with clients and partners, and take accountability for outcomes.

The role requires collaborating with colleagues in the Global investment teams, portfolio strategists, sales specialists, client/consultant-facing teams, Capital Markets, and the broader Global Product Innovation team to drive our ETF & Funds agenda.

What we need you to do:

• Lead the end-to-end design, develop and deliver new EMEA-domiciled ETFs & Funds to support SSIM Institutional and Intermediary clients and prospects and to support overall strategy and business priorities.
• Build strong relationships and collaborate effectively with the Global Product Innovation team and key internal and external partners.
• Analyse market research and understand the competitive marketplace to identify market trends and potential new product opportunities.
• Work with index providers, legal counsel, depositaries, and fund administrators as part of product launch delivery.
• Prepare fund board papers, governance documentation, and regulatory submissions to the required standard.
• Manage the full product lifecycle of the existing fund range, including reviewing pricing, positioning, and operating models, and recommending fund mergers or closures where appropriate.
• Develop a strong understanding of client needs, market opportunities, and how best to align them with SSIM’s investment capabilities.

Job Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in product development, product strategy, or investment strategy, with a demonstrable track record of delivering successful outcomes; ETF industry experience is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of the equity product landscape and investment strategies, including both index and active approaches across public markets.
• Strong understanding of the regulatory environment relevant to EMEA funds and ETFs, including MiFID, UCITS, AIFMD, BMR, and SFDR, together with an appreciation of evolving client demand.
• Experience across the full product development lifecycle, including research, strategy, structuring, launch coordination, and ongoing product management.
• Strong analytical and research capabilities, with experience using third-party databases and tools to assess market trends, competitive dynamics, and product opportunities.
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams, functions, and seniority levels in a global organisation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• Advanced proficiency in Bloomberg, Morningstar, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint; familiarity with AI-enabled tools is an advantage.

About State Street:

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