Director, Fixed Income & Equities Regulatory and Change Lead

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Fixed Income & Equities Regulatory and Change Lead to join our Global Markets COO team. This role is located in New York City

Role Overview

BNY Markets is seeking a Senior Vice President, Fixed Income & Equities Regulatory and Change Lead to drive the regulatory, risk and governance agenda across the Fixed Income & Equities franchise. Partnering closely with Business Heads, COOs and Product Leads, this high-impact role sits at the intersection of business strategy, regulatory change and execution, helping translate complex regulatory and control priorities into coordinated action across a Global Markets business.

The ideal candidate will hold a strong track record in business management, COO, risk, controls or compliance, bringing sound judgment and a proven ability to lead cross-functional regulatory initiatives, drive remediation and influence senior stakeholders in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

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

Regulatory Change, Governance & Risk Management

• Lead the execution of regulatory, governance, risk and remediation initiatives across Fixed Income & Equities.
• Partner with Business Heads, COOs and control functions to strengthen the regulatory and control environment.
• Represent the business in governance forums, regulatory programs, audits and reviews, ensuring effective oversight and audit readiness.
• Provide senior leadership with clear reporting on regulatory developments, risks, remediation progress and key priorities.

Business Management & Strategic Execution

• Drive cross-functional delivery across Business, Operations, Engineering, Legal, Risk, Compliance and Controls.
• Support regulatory strategy and transformation initiatives, ensuring strong governance, transparency and execution discipline.
• Lead critical regulatory workstreams, resolve issues and coordinate delivery across stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
• Enhance regulatory processes, operating effectiveness and risk management practices.

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

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 
• 5–10 years of experience in business management, COO, risk, controls, compliance or related leadership roles within financial services. 
• Strong knowledge of Fixed Income and Equities markets, including Sales & Trading market structure. 
• Demonstrated experience leading regulatory, governance, control or business transformation initiatives. 
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage complex cross-functional programs. 
• Strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills, with a high degree of ownership, judgment and accountability. 
• Experience partnering effectively across Business, Operations, Engineering, Legal, Risk, Compliance and Controls functions in a Global Markets environment.

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.

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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 expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting. 

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an “at will” position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.