Director, Office of Regulatory Relations

BNY • New York, NY

11d

About The Position

Director, Strategic Planning in the Office of Regulatory Relations
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 Director, Strategic Planning in the Office of Regulatory Relations to join our Corporate Affairs team. This role is located in New York, NY.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of experience, ideally within financial services; experience in risk or compliance (including BSA/AML) is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, actionable narratives.
• Prior experience interacting with financial regulatory agencies preferred, familiarity with supervisory frameworks and expectations.
• Executive presence, sound judgment, and grace under pressure; able to navigate complexity with calm and clarity.
• Proven ability to manage multiple deliverables simultaneously under tight deadlines; strong prioritization and follow‑through.
• Comfort with data and AI‑enabled practices to improve preparedness, evidence outcomes, and inform decisions within strict compliance and control standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead our regulatory engagement strategy (with respect to risk and compliance) ensuring every interaction aligns with legal, policy, and reputational standards and advances BNY’s Strategic Pillars.
• Serve as the primary interface with prudential regulators, building trusted relationships and proactively managing stakeholder expectations across internal and external parties.
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and disciplined execution in all regulatory communications (e.g., executive updates, disclosures, formal responses), maintaining a unified institutional voice and narrative.
• Partner cross‑functionally with Lines of Business, Risk, Finance, and enabling functions to anticipate regulatory developments, align enterprise‑wide messaging, and coordinate clear action plans.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks by establishing structured governance, operating rhythms, escalation protocols, and durable documentation practices.
• Leverage AI and data‑driven tools to enhance regulatory monitoring, streamline reporting, elevate insight generation, and increase efficiency—grounded in responsible controls and model governance.
• Connect strategy to execution by simplifying processes, clarifying accountabilities, and tracking outcomes through dashboards and feedback loops to drive continuous improvement.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees