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We're seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Director, People Governance and Controls, to join our People team. This role is located in New York, NY.

This individual will lead the control environment across all People Team functions, driving strategic initiatives to enhance controls, reduce risk, and ensure compliance with internal policies, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.  Additionally, the individual will partner with senior People Team leadership, the Controls Hub, and corporate functions to evolve People Team/HR controls. 

The ideal candidate leverages technology and innovation to improve risk management and positively impact employee experience and organizational outcomes.

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

• Assess, develop, and execute a robust control and governance strategy across all People Team functions to mitigate risk, ensure compliance and algin with organizational goals.
• Partner with People Team leadership and cross-functional teams to identify control gaps and design effective stop-gap measures.
• Advise senior People Team leadership on risk, compliance, and control matters, overseeing risk identification, assessment, and mitigation across People Team processes including payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, and employee relations, etc.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations, leading control testing, timely remediation of deficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal audit and external assurance teams on control reviews and audits.
• Oversee the development and execution of rigorous control testing programs to validate effectiveness and adherence to standards.
• Ensure the timely identification, escalation, and remediation of control deficiencies.
• Champion the implementation of advanced automation solutions to enhance control efficiency, reduce manual effort, and streamline testing, monitoring, and reporting processes.

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

• 15 years of progressive People Team/Human Resources experience with a focus on controls, governance, and risk management.
• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CCP, CRISC) preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of all People domains including payroll, benefits, talent management, and HRIS.
• Proven track record implementing controls frameworks in large, complex organizations, preferably in financial services.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance requirements impacting People function.
• Experience leveraging automation and AI to improve People Team/HR processes and controls.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across functions and influence at senior levels.

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.