Senior Vice President, Controls

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 #Life. AtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Controls to join our 1LoD Risk & Controls Practice team.

This role is located in Manchester In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Own and oversee a portfolio of key operational and non ‑ financial controls across assigned business areas. Ensure controls are appropriately designed, documented, and operating effectively in line with RCSA requirements. Drive remediation of control gaps, deficiencies, and audit findings, including root cause analysis and sustainable fixes.

Lead Risk & Control Self ‑ Assessments (RCSAs), including identification of inherent risks, control mapping, and residual risk assessment. Act as the escalation point for Operational Risk Events (OREs), control failures, and emerging risks. Provide senior oversight on issue severity assessment, action plans, and closure validation.

Serve as a senior Control Management point of contact for internal audits, external audits (e.g., SOC 1), and regulatory reviews. Support walkthroughs, evidence provision, issue challenge, and management responses. Ensure timely closure of audit actions and effective challenge of audit observations where appropriate. Partner closely with Operations, Product, Technology, Risk, Compliance, and Legal stakeholders.

Provide clear, concise risk and control reporting to senior management and governance forums. Influence business strategy by embedding a strong risk culture and “get it right” mindset. To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and work experience is required.

Experience in the banking and financial services industry is preferred. Preference for candidates who have worked in operational and information security risk roles within banking and financial services. Extensive experience in risk management and controls testing, with strong analytical skills to identify potential risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills to engage effectively with global operations control offices, operational teams, and senior business leaders. Deep expertise in Operational Risk, RCSA, Control Design, and Audit Management Proven senior stakeholder management and leadership capability 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.