Associate, Digital Asset Custody Operations
About The Position
At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Associate to join our Digital Asset Custody Operations team. This role is in New York.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Ability to adapt to new technological systems and software
- Comfort operating in a follow-the-sun model, with periodic weekend and non-standard-hours assignments
- Fundamental knowledge and understanding of blockchain technology, tokenization and cryptocurrency markets
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail
Nice To Haves
- Preferred operations background with prior experience in settlements, risk/control, reconciliations, or digital assets (Bitcoin, blockchain, tokenization and crypto assets a bonus)
Responsibilities
- Ensure seamless settlement of digital-asset transactions for clients by managing the full custody and tokenization lifecycle so clients can rely on BNY’s operational excellence.
- Continuously monitoring blockchain health indicators, executing critical-event runbooks promptly, and participating in routine incident-response drills to prevent disruptions.
- Boost operational efficiency and reduce manual interventions by investigating unprocessed or failed transactions, driving root-cause analyses, and implementing targeted process improvements.
- Safeguard BNY and our clients against financial crime and compliance risk by enforcing robust controls (Anti-Money Laundering screening, Travel-Rule adherence) and reconciling blockchain with internal systems.
- Elevate client satisfaction and cross-functional collaboration by acting as a trusted liaison for transaction inquiries, client onboarding, coordinating rapid resolutions with Technology, Risk & Control, and Product teams.
Benefits
- BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy.
- We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey.
- Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
