Senior Vice President, Executive Recruiter

BNY Mellon•New York, NY

2d•$102,000 - $191,000

About The Position

EXECUTIVE RECRUITER 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 Executive Recruiter to join our Global Investments and Wealth Recruitment Team. This role is located in New York, Boston or Pittsburgh. In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Lead high-impact executive searches focused on front office Managing Director level sales roles within BNY Wealth, delivering top-tier talent to support business growth. Provide expert, 'white glove' recruitment support to senior business line managers, managing the full lifecycle of senior talent acquisition with professionalism and discretion. Utilize deep knowledge of candidate identification, market mapping, and relationship building with key industry influencers to attract and engage ultra-high net worth wealth management professionals. Advise on creative offer construction, delivery, and closing strategies to secure top candidates in a competitive market. To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree or relevant certification such as SPHR preferred. 8-12 years of progressive experience in HR recruiting, with a strong preference for wealth management recruiting in the ultra high net worth space. Minimum 4 years of supervisory or management experience, demonstrating leadership and business partnership capabilities. Comprehensive understanding of technical and legal aspects of HR, with the ability to administer actions on behalf of the assigned business or business partner group. Strong business acumen with knowledge of competitor landscapes and the ability to assess people implications of business decisions. At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: BNY Newsroom BNY LinkedIn Here’s a few of our recent awards: America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025 Our Benefits and Rewards: 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. BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $122,000 and $190,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and company-sponsored benefit programs. BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team - one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve - and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums. BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $102,000 and $191,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs. This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required; advanced degree or relevant certification such as SPHR preferred.
8-12 years of progressive experience in HR recruiting, with a strong preference for wealth management recruiting in the ultra high net worth space.
Minimum 4 years of supervisory or management experience, demonstrating leadership and business partnership capabilities.
Comprehensive understanding of technical and legal aspects of HR, with the ability to administer actions on behalf of the assigned business or business partner group.
Strong business acumen with knowledge of competitor landscapes and the ability to assess people implications of business decisions.

Responsibilities

Lead high-impact executive searches focused on front office Managing Director level sales roles within BNY Wealth, delivering top-tier talent to support business growth.
Provide expert, 'white glove' recruitment support to senior business line managers, managing the full lifecycle of senior talent acquisition with professionalism and discretion.
Utilize deep knowledge of candidate identification, market mapping, and relationship building with key industry influencers to attract and engage ultra-high net worth wealth management professionals.
Advise on creative offer construction, delivery, and closing strategies to secure top candidates in a competitive market.

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.
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees.
The base salary for this position is expected to be between $122,000 and $190,000 per year at the commencement of employment.
However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and company-sponsored benefit programs.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
Our ambition is to build the best global team - one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve - and to empower our team to do their best work.
We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.
BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees.
The base salary for this position is expected to be between $102,000 and $191,000 per year at the commencement of employment.
However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.