Director, Head of Policy Governance
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 Head of Policy Governance to join our 1LoD Risk & Controls team. This role is located in New York, NY. In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Lead the Policy Governance Office in refining, maintaining and futureproofing BNY’s policy framework and architecture, ensuring the enterprise function sustains operations that are both effective and commercial Connect policy development to broader business objectives and risk culture Evaluate when and how policy should be prioritized, challenged or reshaped Connect the dots across strategic initiatives of the Controls Hub to support the implementation of integrated frameworks To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Demonstrated hybrid background across financial services, risk management, technology and/or legal sectors Exposure to global markets and regulatory environments with experience integrating strategic and operational perspectives into policy and process design Track record of working across cross-functional teams to embed policy and frameworks into business processes in a scalable and sustainable manner Applies structured reasoning to ambiguous or rapidly evolving subject matter Leads a lean team (~5 FTE) with clarity and purpose to run an enterprise function that builds credibility across diverse stakeholder groups, leveraging strong advocacy skills to influence senior stakeholders across the firm
Requirements
- Demonstrated hybrid background across financial services, risk management, technology and/or legal sectors
- Exposure to global markets and regulatory environments with experience integrating strategic and operational perspectives into policy and process design
- Track record of working across cross-functional teams to embed policy and frameworks into business processes in a scalable and sustainable manner
- Applies structured reasoning to ambiguous or rapidly evolving subject matter
- Leads a lean team (~5 FTE) with clarity and purpose to run an enterprise function that builds credibility across diverse stakeholder groups, leveraging strong advocacy skills to influence senior stakeholders across the firm
Responsibilities
- Lead the Policy Governance Office in refining, maintaining and futureproofing BNY’s policy framework and architecture, ensuring the enterprise function sustains operations that are both effective and commercial
- Connect policy development to broader business objectives and risk culture
- Evaluate when and how policy should be prioritized, challenged or reshaped
- Connect the dots across strategic initiatives of the Controls Hub to support the implementation of integrated frameworks
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
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
