JOB DESCRIPTION$100,000 - $160,000 Annual
The Gold Strategist will support and provide timely gold investment research and gold ETF product positioning as part of the SPDR Gold Strategy Team. You will be based in Boston, MA. You will demonstrate expertise on the subject of gold as an asset class and strategic portfolio investment, augmenting gold-related research, content, and perspectives while fostering team collaboration to support the overall gold strategy initiatives for the firm. You will work alongside a larger ETF Research & Strategy team dedicated to ETFs, market outlook and product positioning. You will build and sustain strong working partnerships with other internal investment and research teams as well as internal sales, marketing, and product partners.
Using strong investment merits, your work enhances the product positioning of State Street SPDR ETFs. To do so, you will contribute to thought-provoking investment content on trends in the gold market, the role of gold in portfolios, and the different implementation strategies for gold backed ETFs, helping to educate our clients and promote our gold ETFs relative to other investment vehicles and asset classes.
Strong communications skills for internal and external presentations are required, and while you are meant to be focused on gold you should have an in-depth understanding of total portfolio construction investment theory, global asset class trends, macroeconomic themes, as well as, trading implementation strategies. You should also have experience with quantitative techniques and an understanding of derivatives.
You will have internal and external opportunities to promote Gold Strategy Team views and insights, providing timely market commentary and investment research to State Street sales teams and clients. Clients will be focused within Intermediary and Institutional channels including financial advisors, due diligence analysts, model portfolio managers, capital markets traders, asset managers, hedge funds and asset owners both in the US and abroad.
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum 5-7 years of related investment experience
- CFA and/or master's degree preferred, or progress towards
- Experience with commodities, real assets, and/or precious metals markets preferred, but not required
- Knowledge of dedicated portfolio construction and asset allocation topics
- In-depth knowledge of ETFs and other investment vehicles
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills to concisely deliver sophisticated topics
- Ability to work with and influence internal and external stakeholders
- Positive attitude with a strong team orientation, and is enthusiastic to educate internal partners and clients
- Current securities licenses (Series 7 and Series 63) required
- Clean compliance and U4 record required
- Knowledge of Bloomberg, Morningstar, Tableau
- Knowledge of risk modelling techniques
- Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
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.
About State Street Global Advisors
As the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, State Street Global Advisors has served the world's governments, institutions and financial advisors for over four decades. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis and market-tested experience, we build from a breadth of active and index strategies to create cost-effective solutions. As stewards, we help portfolio companies see that what is fair for people and sustainable for the planet can deliver long-term performance. And, as pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become one of the world's largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under our care.
What We Do.
At State Street Global Advisors our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. We are driven by a desire to help our clients, and those who rely on them, achieve a better future. We have a long history of developing innovative investment strategies to provide our clients with reliable and transparent returns, cost-effectively, and without excessive risk.
Our Mission.
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.
Work, Live and Grow.
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.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Salary Range
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.