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 Senior Vice President to join our Trust & Depositary team. This role is located in Dublin and is Hybrid. In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: Design and implement an agile, risk-based plan of Depositary Embedded Control reviews and activities with a view to ensuring all Depositary Controls are operating effectively and as designed. Ensure clear and timely out-put from embedded control reviews and activities is provided to the Head of Depositary with recommendations for enhancements documented. Work closely with the Head of Depositary and relevant Depositary function leads to enhance existing controls where necessary. Work closely with relevant Depositary functions to ensure best practice in ongoing quality assurance testing is followed. Work closely with the Head of Depositary and relevant Depositary Function leads to ensure the function is well prepared for reviews undertaken by 3rd parties including regulatory inspections and the 2nd and 3rd lines of defence. Work closely with colleagues in other EMEA T&D locations to progress on-going standardization of processes and key controls. Oversee the implementation within Ireland T&D of all findings and recommendations from 1st, 2nd and 3rd Line of Defence reviews. Manage the relationship between Ireland T&D and inter-affiliate utilities performing administrative support activities for Ireland T&D. Ensure the quality of service provided by the utility is at a high standard through ongoing embedded control testing / reviews and ensure all aspects of the service fully adhere to regulatory requirements / permissions. Provide updates / reporting on embedded control activities / testing to relevant Ireland Trustee & Depositary governance forums. Input and report to the Depositary governance forums as required, including deputising for the Head of Depositary as required. Input and participate as required in supporting other ad-hoc projects and tasks as required by the Head of Depositary. To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: Strong knowledge and understanding of the Investment Funds Industry Professional qualification in Accountancy discipline desirable Third level qualification to at least degree level preferably in business/legal related discipline. PC Literacy & Ability to operate Depositary and Fund Administration Systems Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to identify risk areas and design review programs accordingly. Strong communication and client relationship management skills. Proactive, focused attitude towards work and an ability to consistently meet deadlines. Flexible mindset with the ability to manage multiple client relationships and the ability to provide cross cover for clients managed by other team members At BNY, our culture speaks for itself. Here’s 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, Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion, Disability: IN – 100% score, “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. For over 230 years, the people of BNY Mellon have been at the forefront of finance, expanding the financial markets while supporting investors throughout the investment lifecycle. BNY Mellon can act as a single point of contact for clients looking to create, trade, hold, manage, service, distribute or restructure investments & safeguards nearly one-fifth of the world's financial assets. BNY Mellon remains one of the safest, most trusted and admired companies. Every day our employees make their mark by helping clients better manage and service their financial assets around the world. Whether providing financial services for institutions, corporations or individual investors, clients count on the people of BNY Mellon across time zones and in 35 countries and more than 100 markets. It's the collective ambition, innovative thinking and exceptionally focused client service paired with a commitment to doing what is right that continues to set us apart. Make your mark: bnymellon.com/careers.