Who we are looking for

Charles River for Private Markets is seeking a Senior Product Designer to collaborate with Product and Engineering to build new experiences that turn complex concepts and processes into simple and intuitive business outcomes for our private markets clients. The ideal candidate is curious, always seeking to challenge their own assumptions and biases, and back up their decisions with quantitative and qualitative data. In this role you will shape the future of the product, lead design on major new initiatives, and help Charles River for Private Markets, a State Street Company fulfill its mission to accelerate transparency, accuracy, and liquidity in private markets.

What you will be responsible for

As Senior Product Designer  you will

Lead a user-centered design process from concept all the way to release, measurement, and iteration that results in simple, impactful product experiences that have an impact on our metricsPartner with users, product and engineering to define and improve processes that enable us to identify problem spaces, brainstorm solutions, identify technical constraints, and ship work more efficientlyCommunicate your design work across the company to get feedback, inspire and excite, and drive forward conversations of what design excellence looks like for usContribute to the growth, organization, and maintenance of our design system and component libraryEngage directly with customers to understand their wants and needs and comfortable leading virtual and in-person workshops

What we value

Highly driven, determined & business oriented.Highly polished executive presence and sophistication to gain credibility with the firm's most senior professionals and provide leadership, guidance, and direction to a team.Demonstrated ability to deliver on assigned responsibilities through commitment to quality and attention to detail.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

5 years of experience shipping impactful product design work; specific experience working on a fintech, data platform or BI tools a plusGreat communication skills and ability to work with people from a variety of backgroundsA collaborative approach to design executionA bias for action, and a willingness to make it work in situations where you may have more or fewer resources at your disposalA portfolio that showcases your track record and dedication to continuous improvementCan give and receive design critique effectivelyDesire to work in a high-growth environmentExperience with user research initiatives as part of product discoveryExperience working within a component library system, and a demonstrated critical eye toward system maintenance and improvementExcitement for working on a fintech product, and an understanding of how modern enterprise product design is different from legacy enterprise design.Private markets experience is a plus

Additional requirements

Ability to travel as required for client engagements (-20%), including internationally

About State Street

What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
 

Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program 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 perspective 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 the 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 program 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.

Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers

Salary Range:

$90,000 - $142,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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