Senior Vice President, Counsel - Asset Servicing

Senior Vice President, Counsel - Asset Servicing 

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.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Senior Vice President, Counsel - Asset Servicing to join our Asset Servicing Legal team. This role is located in Pittsburgh, PA. 

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

• Function as a trusted internal resource capable of using knowledge of BNY Mellon's businesses, products, services and/or strategies to articulate and advance legal positions.
• Demonstrate the ability to handle a broad portfolio of legal issues.
• Work collaboratively, seeking guidance and input from colleagues throughout the organization to ensure solutions align to global legal strategies.
• Partner with colleagues who also serve in an advisory or oversight capacity, such as those in Risk, Audit, Compliance, etc.
• Manage outside counsel, reviewing work for appropriateness, quality and alignment to expectations.
• Develop a broad understanding of ASD products and services.

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

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction in which the role is based.
• 3 years minimum of professional experience as an admitted attorney.
• Prior corporate legal experience within the asset management and/or financial services industry or comparable law firm experience preferred.
• Transactional experience and contract drafting and negotiation strongly desired.
• Experience working with technology, software, digital assets, blockchain, data and analytics legal issues, a strong plus.

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• 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.