Senior Director, Head of Audit Enterprise & Operational Risk

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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Sr. Director, Head of Audit Enterprise & Operational Risk to join our Internal Audit team. This role is located in New York.

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

• Own the global, risk‑based audit plan for ERM and Operational Risk across the group and material legal entities; align coverage to the bank’s risk appetite, strategy, and G‑SIB regulatory expectations; provide clear, independent reporting to the CAE, Audit Committee, and key Management Committees. 
• Deliver end‑to‑end assurance over ERM: governance and risk appetite frameworks, risk taxonomy, risk data aggregation and reporting (e.g., BCBS 239), stress testing/capital planning interfaces (ICAAP/CCAR), and risk culture effectiveness.
• Provide deep ORM coverage: RCSA design/operating effectiveness, KRI framework, loss data and scenario analysis, issue management and remediation, new product/change risk, third‑party/outsourcing risk, conduct and fraud risk, payments and trading operations controls, and operational resilience (mapping, impact tolerances, scenario testing) partnering closely with audit teams covering the front-line implementation and execution of these programs.
• Challenge the 1LOD/2LOD effectively and assess the maturity of the three‑lines model; validate management action plans, perform robust root‑cause analysis, and drive durable control enhancements.
• Coordinate the preparation of the annual overall opinions on the effectiveness of risk management and internal control, ensuring methodology, evidence, and reporting are consistent with SR 13‑1; present clear conclusions and themes to the Audit Committee.
• Elevate audit methodology and tooling: embed data analytics, continuous monitoring, and thematic reviews; maintain a current audit universe and risk assessment; ensure QAIP and full conformance with IIA Global Standards and the BNY Audit Manual.
• Lead and develop a high‑performing global team (onshore/offshore), set staffing strategy and budget, cultivate subject‑matter expertise in ERM/ORM, and ensure consistent workpapers, ratings, and issue validation standards.

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

• 15+ years in internal audit/risk at a G-SIB or comparable complex institution.
• Proven credibility with global supervisors (Fed/OCC/FDIC, ECB SSM, PRA, etc.).
• Expert knowledge of Basel expectations (including BCBS 239 and operational resilience regimes) and the three lines model.
• Exceptional board level communication skills.
• Advanced degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, FRM, CISA, or CFA are a plus.

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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 $200,000 and $275,000 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.