Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel

Min 11 yrs required

Full-time

No

Primary Location: United States-Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh
Internal Jobcode: 85103
Job: Legal
Organization: Legal Affairs-HR06241
Requisition Number: 2101268

Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel - Economic Sanctions

Salary: The salary for this position is competitive and will be based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.

Job Title: Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel - Economic Sanctions

Experience: At least 11+ years of relevant work experience as an attorney and compliance professional focusing on sanctions matters.

Job Description:

H1: Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel - Economic Sanctions

H2: Join BNY Mellon and Make an Impact as a Subject Matter Expert in Sanctions Law

Bold Headlines:

- Bring your ideas and make history at BNY Mellon
- Join one of the world's top asset management and banking firms
- Work with autonomy and lead the Firm into the new era of digital
- Serve as the subject matter expert and principal attorney for economic sanctions matters
- Advise on US/OFAC sanctions and other relevant sanctions laws
- Develop measures to manage and mitigate sanctions risks across the Firm
- Provide legal representation in connection with OFAC and other sanctions-related official bodies
- Participate in industry forums and initiatives
- Manage relationships with external counsel
- A diverse and inclusive culture with numerous awards and recognition
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Bullet Points:

- BNY Mellon is seeking a highly experienced attorney for the role of Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel for Economic Sanctions
- The successful candidate will have at least 11+ years of relevant work experience as an attorney and compliance professional focusing on sanctions matters
- This role requires deep technical knowledge in sanctions laws and regulations, as well as expertise in dealing with OFAC and other official bodies in major jurisdictions
- The position involves advising all locations and businesses of the Firm on economic sanctions matters with a focus on OFAC-administered sanctions
- The candidate must have the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectively with internal stakeholders and provide sound recommendations to senior leaders
- Proven leadership capability and change agility are essential for this role
- The successful candidate must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing of the bar in the jurisdiction where they are based
- BNY Mellon offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as a strong culture of excellence and inclusion
- The Firm has received numerous awards and recognition for its diversity and inclusive culture
- BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Join BNY Mellon and make an impact as the Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel for Economic Sanctions. With over 240 years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon is a top asset management and banking firm that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody, and/or administration. As the "bank of banks," we work with 97% of the world's top banks as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital.

In this role, you will serve as the subject matter expert and principal attorney for sanctions-related legal issues across the Firm, providing legal advice on US/OFAC sanctions and other relevant sanctions laws. You will work closely with internal stakeholders at all levels of the Firm to develop measures to manage and mitigate sanctions risks, as well as provide legal representation in connection with OFAC and other sanctions-related official bodies.

To be successful in this role, we are seeking a candidate with at least 11+ years of relevant work experience as an attorney and compliance professional focusing on sanctions matters. The successful candidate must have deep technical knowledge in sanctions laws and regulations and be able to effectively communicate complex issues with internal stakeholders and senior leaders. Proven leadership capability and change agility are also essential for this role.

At BNY Mellon, we are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have received numerous awards and recognition for our efforts, including being named one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies and Top 20 for Diversity and Inclusion. We also have a 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index.

In addition to a competitive salary and benefits package, BNY Mellon offers a culture of excellence and a pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools to support your personal and professional growth. Come join us and make a difference as the Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel for Economic Sanctions.

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits package, flexible resources and tools, paid leaves, health and wellness programs

English

Legal Advice, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Financial Products, Transactions, Regulatory and Enforcement Authorities, Data Privacy, Anti-Money Laundering, Anti-Corruption, Transactional Law

Juris Doctor (JD) degree required

Interested candidates can apply through the BNY Mellon website or through a job search engine such as Indeed or LinkedIn.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Legal