Director, Prudential Policy Lead, Global Public Policy and Government Affairs

Job Description

At BNY, our culture empowers you to grow and succeed. As a leading global financial services company at the center of the world’s financial system, we touch nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day around the globe, our 50,000+ employees bring the power of their perspective to the table to create solutions with our clients that benefit businesses, communities, and people everywhere.

We continue to be a leader in the industry, awarded as a top home for innovators and for creating an inclusive workplace. Through our unique ideas and talents, together we help make money work for the world. This is what #LifeAtBNY is all about.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Prudential Policy Lead, Global Public Policy and Government Affairs. This role is located in Washington, DC – hybrid, 3 days per week in office.

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

• Monitor, analyze, and report on US and international prudential regulatory developments.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert and key advisor to senior management on capital, liquidity, resolution, and other prudential regulatory developments.
• Prepare briefing materials for senior management, including summaries and talking points.
• Partner with lines of business and corporate functions to identify prudential regulatory priorities, assess impact and opportunities, and develop company positions.
• Develop, lead, and execute on regulatory engagement and advocacy strategies, including with trade associations and peers.
• Cultivate relationships with policymakers, industry peers, and trade associations.
• Participate in internal and external working groups, panels, and presentations.
• Build BNY’s profile as a trusted voice and industry leader on high-profile policy issues.

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

• A deep understanding of the financial services industry, U.S. banking agencies, and prudential regulatory framework applicable to BNY.
• 12-15 years of total work experience.
• Experience at a federal banking agency, law firm, trade association, or US GSIB preferred.
• Strong understanding of post-crisis and emerging prudential rules (e.g., Basel capital standards, stress testing, liquidity requirements, fund reform).
• Strong understanding of the policy development process at the Federal Reserve, OCC, FDIC, SEC, BCBS, FSB, and other standard-setting organizations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly explain complex regulations.
• Proactive self-starter that demonstrates initiative, creativity, and resourcefulness to work independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across different teams and regions.
• Strong time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects and time-sensitive issues.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing issues and regulatory priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree required; JD, MBA, or Finance background preferred.

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself. Here are a few of our awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2024.
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune, 2024.
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation, Corporate Equality Index, 100% score, 2023-2024.
• Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score, 2023-2024.
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2024.
• Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, Top performing company for Sustainability, 2024.
• Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI), 2023.

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.

Compensation Details:

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $139,000 and $240,000 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.

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