SVP/Director – US Digital Partnerships & Strategic Investments

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 US Partnerships & Investments to join our Digital Partnerships & Strategic Investments team. This role is located in New York, NY - 4 day in office per week expectation.

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

• Identify partnership and investment opportunities for the bank, conducting due diligence of target companies, helping to manage portfolio companies, and performing a variety of other team duties
• Engage with lines of business to understand key problem statements and business challenges where technology partnerships could provide opportunities to solve these
• Develop deep industry and subject matter expertise in lines of business and technology trends through external research, ecosystem engagement and line of business support
• Manage enterprise innovation programs to catalyze and accelerate adoption of new technologies, including BNY Ascent Program and Strategic Investments
• Engage with key clients and senior stakeholders on thought leadership that responds to client needs, enhances BNY innovation brand and generates interest in wider firm solutions
• Build the BNYM’s brand within the ecosystem in the region by attending or speaking at industry events and maintaining a deep network in the UK and European VC ecosystem, including entrepreneurs and venture capitalists

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

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience required. Advanced degree preferred
• 5+ years in the global financial services, fintech industry and/or Investment Banking
• 10-12 years of related experience preferred
• Experience in the securities or financial services industry preferred
• Solutions oriented team player with track record in executing across a diverse range of priorities
• Intellectual curiosity, creative thinker; desire to constantly learn and continuously improve
• Excellent ability to establish, develop, and maintain trust-based relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to inspire others to action and able to draw on broader teams to deliver a superior outcome for clients and the firm
• Ability to analyze problems or situations and apply a structured, analytical approach to developing solutions that progress our agenda and our clients’ needs
• Technical ability to analyze, model and synthesize financial information and understand and analyze technical product information
• Strong communication and presentation skills (both verbally and in writing); ability to articulate complex information in a clear and simple manner to a variety of audiences
• Strong leadership; calm presence and ability to instill confidence in key stakeholders, internally and externally
• Ability to navigate a matrixed organization

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:

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Here’s a few of our recent awards: 

• 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.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $102,000 and $226,000 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.