Director, Head of Equity Ownership & Governance

Role Title: Director, Head of Equity Ownership & GovernanceWe’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Head of Equity Ownership & Governance to join our People, Engagement & Impact Organization. This role is located in New York City.Role SummaryThis role leads the design, governance, and evolution of BNY’s global equity programs, ensuring they operate as a strategic, scalable, and technology-enabled component of total rewards. The position transforms equity from a manually administered process into a high-integrity, low-risk, and data-informed ownership system, while shaping how equity supports talent strategy in a rapidly evolving, AI-enabled workforce.Key ResponsibilitiesEquity System Architecture & TransformationRedesign and modernize end-to-end equity processes to eliminate manual work, reduce operational risk, and enable scaleArchitect integrated workflows across equity platforms, payroll, HR systems, and vendor ecosystemsLead automation and system optimization efforts in partnership with engineering and external providersGlobal Governance & Risk IntegrityEstablish and maintain robust governance frameworks ensuring accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness across all equity programsAnticipate and mitigate operational, regulatory, and financial risks tied to global equity deliveryOwn the integrity of vesting, taxation alignment, and share delivery across jurisdictionsEquity Strategy & Program EvolutionPartner with Total Rewards and executive stakeholders to evolve equity programs in line with business strategy, market trends, and workforce shiftsMonitor industry practices, regulatory changes, and emerging models of ownership (including implications of AI-driven workforce changes)Translate strategy into scalable, executable program designData, Insights & Decision EnablementLeverage equity data to provide insights on utilization, retention impact, and cost effectivenessDefine metrics that connect equity programs to business and talent outcomesPartner with analytics teams to enhance visibility and decision-makingStakeholder & Ecosystem LeadershipServe as the central point of expertise connecting payroll, finance, legal, engineering, and external vendorsInfluence vendor strategy, system roadmap decisions, and integration prioritiesDrive alignment across functions to ensure seamless execution and continuous improvementEmployee Ownership ExperienceElevate how employees understand and experience equity as part of their total rewardsSimplify complex concepts into clear, accessible communication and toolsOur Benefits And RewardsBNY 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 $155,000 to $240,000 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.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.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, 2025World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025Our 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.Full timePosting Date: 2026-07-23