Vice President

Vice President, Operational Risk Coverage

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 Vice President, Operational Risk Coverage to join our Risk team. This role is located in New York, New York. 

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

• Deliver 2^nd Line of Defense oversight across Enterprise Platforms ensuring alignment with the ORM Framework.
• Review and challenge the 1^st Line of Defense risk and control activities including RCSAs, KRIs, OREs, HLAs, business process changes and issue management to maintain accurate risk profiles.
• Proactively identify gaps, raise challenges and work with the 1^st Line of Defense to ensure timely remediation.   
• Engage and provide guidance on strategic initiatives and remediation projects focusing on risk management solutions that enable safe and sound business growth and promoting strong 1^st Line of Defense accountability.
• Stay current on industry trends and contribute to enterprise AI initiatives.
• Escalate emerging risks and recommend enhancements to ORM frameworks and practices.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required; graduate degree preferred
• 5-7 years' professional experience. Op risk experience is preferred. Experience in First Line (business/control), Second Line Compliance, or Third Line Audit valued
• Familiarity with Operational Risk Management Framework and tools (RCSAs, KRIs, OREs, Issues, Scenario Analysis)
• Ability to develop and establish collaborative working relationships with colleagues in both 1^st and 2^nd Lines of Defense to ensure timely completion of risk-related deliverables, issue resolution and implementation of improvements.
• Strong data analytics skills; advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; Experience in AI adoption and utilization is preferred.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with senior leaders and stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Eagerness to learn, innovate, and explore new ideas
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills and ability to work with data and identify risk trends, patterns, and concentrations.
• Skilled at delivering clear, well-supported recommendations in writing and verbally.
• Collaborative and team-oriented demonstrating ability to interact and engage with a diverse group of people in a variety of functions across the world.
• Results-oriented, able to work with high productivity in a fast-paced environment with tight timelines and competing priorities.

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 is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $68,000 and $130,000 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.

Base Salary Min: 68000