Asset management firm State Street Global Advisors has appointed Maria Dwyer as chief risk officer, effective immediately.

Dwyer joins State Street with more than two decades of experience in asset management, investment products, tax and internal audit. Previously, Dwyer served as chief regulatory officer at MFS Investment Management. She joined MFS in 2004 and held a range of senior level positions in compliance, fund treasury and risk management.

Prior to joining MFS, Dwyer served as president and treasurer for the Fidelity group of funds at Fidelity Management and Research Company.