Who we are looking for

The Compliance Tech. Project Manager role plays a key role in managing projects across Compliance Technology projects: AML Sanctions Screening, AML Transaction Monitoring, and KYC suite of application in the Boston, MA areas. We are looking for someone who has proven experience with managing multiple projects consisting of complex applications using globally distributed, cross-functional teams. The role will be responsible for a variety project management of tasks related to Agile Kanban software development lifecycle, management, and reporting under the direction of the Program Managers in Compliance Technology.

What you will be responsible for

As Compliance Tech. Project Manager you will

• Collaborate with Program Manager(s) in rolling-out projects assigned to application team(s).
• Maintain the Screening Demand Backlog including demand prioritization, Schedule Matrix, linkages to Clarity, Financial Crimes Compliance (FCC) AML Screening Roadmap, and other tools as appropriate.
• Maintain Resource allocations against a maintained list of timekeeping tasks, and track actuals against these tasks for one or more projects, as assigned in Clarity.
• Maintain list of timekeeping tasks in Clarity identifying which activities are deferrable and which are not.
• Manage SOP98 Deferrable workflows in Clarity including Statements of Works (SOWs): annual updates, as costs change, as well as monthly tracking against targets for resources and fixed price contracts.
• Responsible for estimating each project.
• Responsible for resource forecasts in Clarity. Responsible for reviewing resource time actuals and resolving inconsistencies in Clarity.
• Build, monitor and maintain project plans in Clarity including tasks, dates, dependencies/predecessors, owners, etc.
• Build, monitor, and maintain the various project teams’ work items in Jira Agile Kanban boards.
• Perform role as Kanban Scrum Master as specified by the Agile Office.
• Record, distribute and follow-up on notes and action items for meetings, as needed (project coordinator may assist in this activity).
• Support all aspects of Status Reporting within Clarity.
• Support risk & issue tracking and maintenance in Clarity.
• Support, maintain, follow-up and update SDLC tollgate processes for all assigned projects using Jira and Microsoft Teams. Project coordinator may support this activity, but it is the PM’s responsibility to review and ensure tollgates are completed and closed per SDLC Governance guidelines and training.
• Responsible for procurement management including procurement requests, contract review, approvals, requisitions, invoice approvals, and change orders. Maintain a list of all procurement requests including vendor SOWs, software and hardware requests, and annual maintenance renewals.
• Responsible for managing the Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) process for each vendor engagement including Inherent Risk Questionnaire (IRQ).
• Ensure Information Security Risk Management Process (ISRMP) is updated as needed for each application.
• Support the Project Management Office (PMO) in providing timely updates as directed.
• Ensure a Data Steward is assigned, and that Data Governance and Data Privacy guidelines are completed by the team when data is involved.
• Work with business partners in prioritizing deliverables.
• Manage the IT budget for programs/projects—both during the budget cycle as well as throughout project execution.
• Manage the change control process for designated projects.
• Maintain Resource Tracking worksheet for onboarding and offboarding of resources (employees and contractors).
• Manage time and material (T&M) and fixed price (FP) vendors in the Beeline tool including onboarding contracts, resources, timesheet approvals, milestone payments, etc.
• Effectively leverage AI tools (Microsoft Copilot), including prompt engineering and generative AI capabilities, to enhance planning, execution, reporting, and decision-making across the project lifecycle.
• Support training, access and orientation for new team members.
• Build and maintain positive cross-team relationships.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail – able to move from one task to another efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication (English) skills including:
• Ability to capture key notes and actions items from meetings.
• Proficiency at follow-up emails, calls and face to face interactions.
• Required to work at Eastern Time zone (9-5)
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and on more than one project at a time
• Knowledge of system delivery methodologies – Waterfall, Agile, Kanban
• Competency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint, Jira, Clarity, Copilot.
• Strong AI literacy, including effective prompt engineering and use of generative AI tools, to enhance productivity, insight generation, and stakeholder communications
• Ability to leverage data analytics to drive fact‑based decision‑making, performance tracking, and proactive issue identification throughout the project lifecycle.
• Proven experience delivering multiple versions of one or more applications.
• Experience leading a cross-functional team, including assigning project priorities, communicating status to other managers and mentoring.
• Experience managing offshore resources.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in Engineering, Business or Technology preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ work experience.
• Two or more years of full-time experience in an iterative development environment using an iterative Agile-like methodology, with experience of delivering working software to production through the entire lifecycle.
• Knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring, Know Your Customer (KYC), financial securities, and trading principles.
• Team oriented attitude.
• PMP Certification

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.

Why this role is important to us

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.

We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.

Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $140,000 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.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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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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