Sustainability Reporting – Global Policy and Standards Lead, VP

Role: Sustainability Reporting – Global Policy and Standards Lead Level: Vice President Department: Global Sustainability Office (with dotted line to Finance) Position Overview The Sustainability Office at State Street provides enterprise-wide leadership across State Street’s global sustainability and climate program, including strategy, policy, governance, and external engagement. We are looking for a Vice President to lead the development of our approach to and ensure compliance with emerging global sustainability reporting standards. The sustainability team works in close partnership with the Sustainability Controllers, based in Finance, as well as with colleagues across the company, notably Risk, Legal, Compliance, Data. Primary Responsibilities Sustainability Reporting Standards and PolicyBe the subject matter expert on sustainability reporting standards, working with colleagues in Public Policy, Legal, Risk and Compliance to determine how these apply to State Street. Engage with peers / best practice and monitor industry trends to inform State Street’s approach to sustainability reporting. Liaise with the Head of Sustainability Data and Sustainability Controllers on future / emerging regulatory expectations.State Street Corporate Sustainability ReportFormulate the strategy for State Street Corporation’s annual Sustainability Report, which describes how State Street approaches sustainability and ESG‑related issues. Partner with business areas, subject matter experts and stakeholders to ensure material issues are covered appropriately. Engage with the cross‑functional team, supporting the report’s development.Materiality AssessmentsProvide strategic leadership over the approach to materiality, having regard to emerging mandatory standards, peer best practice and advice from the external assurance provider, determine the right approach for State Street. Analyze assessment results and review stakeholder feedback collected from annual meetings and other investor engagements to develop recommendation on which important topics State Street will manage, measure and report on. Present findings and recommendations to internal committees.Job Requirements And Minimum QualificationsKnowledge of sustainability reporting standards Bachelor’s degree; with work experience in ESG, sustainability, corporate reporting, or financial services 10 – 12 years of progressive professional experience Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks, including ESRS, ISSB / SASB, GRI, TCFD, and eagerness to learn and leverage best industry practices for corporate reporting. Strong project management and execution skills Ability to navigate complex organizations to achieve business objectives and work across various business units. Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively engage with a variety of audiences, including senior management. Ability to manage data and ensure organizational compliance with high standards of data governance.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. #J-18808-Ljbffr