Sr Director, Core Systems (Banking, Wealth & Asset Management) Analyst (Remote- US & Remote)

What you will do:

• Create high-quality, clear, actionable, “must-have research” content based on research best practices and methodologies in financial services in the topic of core systems. Specific focus areas will include strategy, business value, best practices, market trends, technologies and vendors of our target audience including CIOs and product leaders at vendors. Gartner defines core systems as the critical “books and records” that track customer accounts across banking (commercial, retail) and investment services (private banking, wealth management, asset management, trust accounting, brokerage, etc.)
• Broad spectrum of the market, and produce innovative, thought-leading, impactful, analytically-deep, fact-based research.
• Serving as an authority on core system optimization, modernization, and transformation
• Creating both provocative and pragmatic “must have” thought provoking research and advice on best and emerging practices for CIOs, IT and Line of Business (LOB) leaders and vendors alike to support the digital transformation of a bank or an investment firm
• Supporting our sales and client service teams in delivering insight to clients and prospects. Presenting core systems research and related thought leadership in one-to-one and one-to-many forums, including client presentations and Gartner events
• Build your personal brand as a functional expert to drive Gartner’s research, methodology and strategy
• Provide high-quality and timely research peer review. Provide mentorship and support to team members.
• Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the financial services research community.

What are we looking for:

• 12+ years of total experience
• 8+ years’ experience at a financial institution, technology provider, or systems integrator with increasing scope and responsibility related to core system implementation and ongoing system modernization.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred.
• Familiarity with the technologies that power banks and investment firms, such as core accounting systems (Trust Platforms, Brokerage Systems, Core banking systems, Managed Account Platforms, Retirement Record Keeping Platforms, etc.),
• A background in or understanding of Vendor selection of applications from providers like Envestnet, FIS, Fiserv, InvestCloud, Temenos, Avaloq, Objectway, Broadridge, Jack Henry, SEI, FNZ, Morningstar, Salesforce, Bloomberg and others. A knowledge of implementing important technologies such as AI, APIs, cloud, digital platforms, or data management is a plus.
• Experience in working in AI/ML teams at a financial firm or exposure through working with vendors aligned to financial firms with increasing scope and responsibility is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions.
• Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders
• Moderate willingness to travel; though primarily a virtual role, Analysts occasionally have opportunities for domestic and international travel.

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Who are we? 

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work? 

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer? 

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. 

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it’s productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 150,000 USD – 190,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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