Vice President, Business Risk and Controls

Vice President, Business Risk and Controls

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We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Business Risk and Controls to join our Credit Services team. This role is located in New York, NY.

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

• Risk and Control Framework Management (1LOD) - develop, implement, and monitor the Non-Financial Risk (NFR) framework, aligning with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential control gaps and areas for improvement. Collaborate with process owners to identify, escalate, and report risks, ensuring effective mitigation strategies are in place. Perform control testing to assess the design and operational effectiveness of controls, providing recommendations for enhancements.
• Risk Identification and Mitigation - proactively identify emerging risks within business operations and develop strategies to mitigate potential impacts. Lead initiatives to remediate control gaps, enhance process efficiencies, and implement automation where feasible.
• Compliance Testing - collaborate with internal compliance teams on reviews and ensure that findings are addressed in a timely fashion, by implementing corrective actions as necessary. Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies applicable to the business.
• Training and Development - lead training initiatives to enhance understanding of various risk management and control processes. Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement within the organization.

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

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Risk Management, or in a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in risk management, with at least 3 years in a role within the banking or financial services industry.
• Strong understanding of First Line of Defense responsibilities, control frameworks, and regulatory requirements (AML/BSA/KYC/Credit & Commercial Lending etc.).
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, control testing, and implementing remediation plans.

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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 $125,000 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.