Who we are looking for

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the GlobalLink FX business as a North American member of the GlobalLink Product Sales team. Whilst the successful candidate will be joining a supportive team and will receive training, the role is very much a ‘hands on’ position and they will be expected to contribute to the success and growth of these products moving forward. The successful candidate will assist the GlobalLink North American sales strategy, develop sales plans and focus on growing and the central limit order book.

The electronic trading landscape within which our businesses operate is a competitive and fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. As such, we seek a dynamic self-starter who will flourish in a challenging and varied environment.

The individual must have client relationship experience and experience of dealing with client initiatives, as well as managing resolution of any client facing issues.

The individual needs strong analytical skills combined with knowledge of the Foreign Exchange (FX) market and will ideally have worked on FX trading platforms and post trade applications.

The individual must have superb negotiation skills and be adept at managing complex client situations.

Why this role is important to us

The team you will be joining plays an important role in the overall success of the organization. Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. To make that happen we need teams like yours to help navigate employees and the organization as a whole. In your role you will strive for cutting-edge solutions that are straightforward and scalable.

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

What you will be responsible for

• Working with the North America team and, where appropriate, the global team to implement and monitor the GlobalLink strategic plan and successfully achieve an assigned revenue budget while contributing to the broader GlobalLink goals and initiatives.

• Forge and maintain meaningful relationships with client base, providing them with premier support and feedback.

• Establish and execute on the business development plan for existing clients, while ensuring competitive threats are understood and addressed to ensure client retention.

• Identify opportunities for client expansion and growth, leveraging existing products and teams within GlobalLink.

• Collaborate with other sales teams in GlobalLink to identify cross-selling opportunities, adhere to best practices and ensure coordinated communication is delivered to clients. Maintain effective and productive relationships across the product groups.

• Risk Excellence. Operate in compliance with internal and external regulations and make sure that escalation procedures are followed. Be mindful of the risk excellence culture at all times.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Understanding of Front Office, Middle Office and Back Office trading functions.

• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

• Strong client relationship background and top-level negotiation skills.

• Experience in developing senior level relationships

• Inclusion mindset.

• Experience in Foreign Exchange or related markets desirable.

• Knowledge of market regulations.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the sales process including pitching, fee negotiations, legal contracts and onboarding.

• Excellent communicator at all levels with external clients and service providers.

• Adept at managing multiple projects/initiatives (strong attention to detail and the ability to handle several tasks simultaneously).

• Ability to generate sales leads independently and prioritizes workload effectively.

• Prior experience within trading solutions/technology sales.

• Great team skills but must be a self-starter and have ability to work under pressure.

• Proven ability to drive new initiatives and ideas forward.

• Technical account management skills (FIX/SWIFT/ATDL/HTML5) knowledge desirable.

• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Degree level

• Proven client relationship management skills

• Experience of FX markets

• Experience in the electronic trading platform space and electronic trading industry preferred

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

• Bilingual abilities are a plus

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.

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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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.

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