Executive Director - Head of Digital Governance, Finance

Executive Director - Head of Digital Governance, Finance Location: New York or Baltimore Role Summary The Head of Digital Governance will establish and oversee the governance framework that ensures digital, automation, and GenAI solutions within Finance are developed, deployed, and used in a safe, compliant, and responsible manner. This role partners closely with Finance Digital Tooling and Finance AI Engagement EDs, and centralized firm innovation partners, to create a cohesive approach to innovation, enablement, and control. The Digital Governance lead acts as Finance’s authority on digital risk management, policy adherence, lifecycle governance, and responsible AI. Responsibilities Establish Governance & Control Frameworks Develop and own Finance’s governance strategy for digital and GenAI initiatives, ensuring alignment with firm policies, technology standards, and compliance expectations. Define approval pathways, documentation standards, risk assessment criteria, and control requirements for digital tools. Ensure Responsible Development & Deployment Partner with the Finance Digital Tooling Lead to ensure new GenAI and digital tools are designed with appropriate safeguards, data handling protocols, and usage boundaries from day one. Partner with the Finance AI Engagement Lead to ensure responsible roll outs, including user controls, training, acceptable use guidance, and oversight of high‑risk use cases. Review and challenge proposed use cases, ensuring appropriate scoping, risk classification, control definition, and sign off. Drive Risk Management & Monitoring Implement a monitoring and assurance framework to ensure ongoing compliance with policies. Identify and manage emerging risks across digital platforms, use cases, and user behaviors. Lead Policy Interpretation & User Guidance Translate firm digital, AI, and information security policies into Finance-specific guidance and operating procedures. Serve as the authoritative escalation point for questions on digital risk, responsible use of AI, and policy interpretation. Develop guidance materials, training content, and governance toolkits for Finance. Manage Stakeholder Engagement & Cross‑Functional Alignment Engage with senior leaders across Finance, Technology, and Legal & Compliance. Represent Finance in firm‑wide forums on responsible AI and digital governance. Qualifications 7+ years of relevant experience in operational risk, information security, digital governance, or technology risk—ideally within financial services. Strong understanding of AI/GenAI technologies and digital platforms. Deep knowledge of policies relating to data usage and information security. Exceptional ability to summarize complex policies and risks for senior audiences. Strong communication, relationship management, and influencing skills. Ability to operate in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple priorities. High level of integrity, sound judgment, and strategic thinking. Benefits & Compensation New York: Expected base pay $165,000–$275,000 per year at commencement. Compensation may include commission, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short‑ and long‑term incentive packages, and sponsor benefit programs. Maryland: Salary range $130,000–$220,000 per year. Eligible for annual discretionary incentive compensation and the relevant business unit’s incentive plan. Benefits include medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, health savings account, dependent day care savings, life insurance, disability, paid time off, 10 paid holidays, 401(k), short‑ and long‑term disability, and other perks. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet). The firm ensures equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. #J-18808-Ljbffr