Executive Director

Executive Director: Regulatory Reporting Innovation & Transformation LeadMUST be local to New York City, Hybrid ScheduleSalary up to $280kNo Sponsorship Available, No Third Party ResumesProvide enterprise-level leadership for the design, delivery, and modernization of the firm's regulatory reporting framework. You will be accountable for ensuring accurate, compliant regulatory reporting while driving creative, forward-looking solutions that replace traditional, manual, or fragmented approaches with scalable, automated, and defensible designs. This position serves as a senior bridge across Regulatory Policy, Finance, Risk, Treasury, Data, and Technology, setting the strategic direction for regulatory reporting transformation. You must have experience working in a Financial Services firm.Key ResponsibilitiesDefine and own the strategic vision for IHC regulatory reporting, prioritizing innovative and scalable solutions over legacy or tactical fixes.Provide executive oversight of regulatory interpretation and translate requirements into standardized, reusable, and platform-driven solutions.Design and build new regulatory reporting platforms including data sourcing, calculations, rule configuration, and report production.Drive reduction of manual adjustments, EUCs, and reconciliations through design-led automation and data consistency.Act as the senior escalation point for regulatory reporting risks, design decisions, and delivery trade-offs.Ability to think innovatively and identify more efficient, cost-effective solutionsPartner with senior Finance, Risk, Treasury, Compliance, Audit, Data, and Technology leaders to align reporting strategy and execution.Provide executive sponsorship for Agile delivery, ensuring regulatory rigor, documentation, and controls are embedded by design.Develop high-performing teams and foster a culture that challenges traditional regulatory reporting approaches while maintaining regulatory defensibility.Required Skills & ExperienceDeep expertise in IHC regulatory reporting frameworks, governance, and supervisory expectations.U.S. regulatory reportingStrong data expertise, including data analytics, data ownership, and data product managementProven experience driving innovative, non-traditional regulatory reporting solutions in highly regulated environments.Solid understanding of technology, including current AI capabilities and applicationsProven experience leading transformation initiatives, including driving and implementing changeStrong executive presence with the ability to influence across Finance, Risk, and Technology without direct authority.Oversight of a large team (approximately 50 total: ~25 direct reports and ~25 indirect reports)Experience working with offshore and matrixed teamsExcellent communication skills, capable of engaging senior management and regulators.Nice to Have:Hands-on experience in development (e.g., Developer or Business Analyst)Understanding of product ownership and product management structures