Corporate Actions Administrator – Associate 1

Who We Are Looking For

An excellent opportunity has arisen at the Associate 1 level within Corporate Actions, which involves carrying out a high risk function within the operation. The successful candidate’s responsibilities primarily include the timely and accurate processing of specific activities performed in the areas of Corporate Actions. The Corporate Actions acts as the main point of contact for all other supporting functions and is responsible for analyzing information, monitoring and resolving queries received from external parties.

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. You will help us build resilience and execute day‑to‑day deliverables at our best.

Role Purpose

An excellent opportunity has arisen at the Associate 1 level within Corporate Actions which involves carrying out a high risk function within the operation. The successful candidate’s responsibilities primarily include the timely and accurate processing and verifying of client Corporate Actions instructions for Global market events within a Middle Office environment. This will also involve working closely with Global (Sub) Custodians around the instruction confirmation process on behalf of a diverse client base.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist team members with daily workload.
• Process and/or resolve complex issues such as instruction discrepancies, suspense account reconciliation and exception resolution.
• Ensure effective risk management by completing assigned tasks with highest accuracy and ensuring timely escalation if required.
• Act proactively on projects and initiatives aimed at improving the corporate action product.
• Identify areas where a process can be automated.
• Assist with procedural changes to the current process.
• Deliver effective client service.

Key Knowledge, Qualifications, and Experience

• Corporate Actions knowledge is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Swift Messaging Standards is an advantage.
• Good in written and spoken English.
• Knowledge of financial instruments.
• Knowledge of Custody Banking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Educated to a degree level (preferred).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Acts collaboratively.
• Willingness to learn.
• Team player.
• Idea generator.
• Demonstrates ability to work accurately and to meet daily deadlines.

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. 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.

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.

Job ID: R-779584