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Job Description State Street - Investment Strategy & Research Senior Associate State Street Investment Management, one of the world's largest institutional asset managers, is the investment management arm of State Street Bank and Trust Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of State Street Corporation, a leading provider of financial services to institutional investors. Investment Strategy & Research is the investment team of State Street Investment Management that conducts multi-asset class research, complex portfolio analytics and develops customized solutions to portfolio requirements for institutional clients globally. Responsibilities - Deliver bespoke investment analysis and solutions across multi-asset portfolios, with a strong focus on institutional client objectives. This includes strategic asset allocation, risk attribution, scenario analysis, and portfolio construction aligned with client mandates and regulatory frameworks. - Support the development of high-impact thought leadership content such as white papers, thematic research, and investment outlooks. Collaborate with stakeholders to produce client-facing materials that support engagement, reinforce the firm's investment philosophy, and drive commercialization of proprietary views and offerings. - Monitor and interpret global macroeconomic and geopolitical developments, translating them into actionable, region-specific insightsparticularly for Middle East & Africa markets. These insights support senior stakeholders in media commentary, client communications, and investment positioning. - Build and apply a quantitative understanding of the firm's investment offerings to support client engagement, product positioning, and the development of tailored investment solutions. Qualifications An ideal candidate would preferably bring 46 years of experience in investment research, macroeconomic analysis, or portfolio analytics, ideally within an institutional asset management or advisory environment, and demonstrate the following: - A research-driven mindset with strong intellectual curiosity and a collaborative approach; comfortable working within global teams and contributing to thought leadership through journals, research papers, or blogs. - Solid understanding of investment analysis and portfolio construction, including investment styles such as value, growth, and factor investing; familiarity with risk attribution frameworks like BarraOne or Axioma is desirable. - Demonstrated knowledge of global capital markets, with a preference for candidates who have exposure to GCC market dynamics and regional investment themes. - Advanced academic background in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field, with progress toward or completion of the CFA designation. - Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and financial data platforms such as Bloomberg and FactSet to support research, analysis, and client engagement activities. Location: Bangalore, India. 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. Discover more at StateStreet.com/careers Job ID: R-775918