State Street Global Advisors: Internship Program - Investment Strategy & Research (IS&R) and Investment Solutions Group (ISG), (12 months Rotational Internship)

Impact Statement

IS&R: Be a part of a team dedicated to developing, producing, and delivering SSGA’s Investment Strategy across all our products and for all our clients in Europe.  Learn about markets and investments with a view to providing our clients solutions.

Work with teams across SSGA and State Street.

ISG: The Investment Solutions group of SSGA manages 421.74 billion USD as of June 2024 and is a strategic partner for SSGA clients that provides integrated multi-asset capabilities, total portfolio solutions, global resources and expertise. It is a key component in enabling SSGA to become of the top 3 largest asset managers globally before the end of the decade.

Primary Responsibilities

IS&R:

Working on a diverse portfolio of projects, your responsibilities as an Investment Strategy & Research Intern will include:

• Assisting in the execution and delivery of investment research for bespoke client projects.

• Assisting in the development and publication of Thought Leadership on key investment topics of interest to SSGA’s clients worldwide.

• Updating and keeping current SSGA’s Global Market Outlook (GMO) – Our flagship Thought Leadership publication.

ISG:

• Work with the Portfolio Management in London and the broader EMEA team on specific projects to help the PM team on day to day and week to week portfolio management and monitoring activity.

• Assist the investment team in designing specific portfolio dashboards as required

• Review research produced by sell side, third party research providers and academic world

Required Skills or Certifications

• A genuine interest in global financial markets

• A preexisting knowledge of broad financial concepts and instruments

• Strong analytical skills including advanced Excel data analysis, Python & VBA (preferable) programming and some familiarity with data sources such as Bloomberg, FactSet, Eikon DataStream, …

• Confidence with written and verbal communication in English and preparing presentations in MS PowerPoint

• Ability to work successfully in a self-motivated environment and collaborate closely across teams, regions and timezones

• A strong work ethics and a desire to learn

Skill Development Opportunities

IS&R:

• An understanding of macroeconomic, geopolitical and investment trends and their implications for a large, global financial institution

• Understanding of the investment issues which face some of the largest asset owners globally

• Ability to shape and publish Thought Leadership with high visibility and relevance, and a long shelf life

ISG:

• Fund analysis

• Portfolio management: monitoring and rebalancing

• Portfolio construction: strategic asset allocation, tactical asset allocation and building block selection

• Project management

• Asset class modeling

• Sell side research review

• An exposure to some relevant UK and UE regulation relevant for asset management firms

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 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.

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