Director, Managing Counsel

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 Director, Managing Counsel - Digital Assets to join our Data, Intellectual Property, Technology & Innovation Legal team. This role is located in New York, NY, Pittsburgh, PA, or Orlando, FL

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

• · Provide practical legal advice on the ideation, development and execution of new products for BNY's Digital Assets team and the Product & Innovation Hub.
• · Partner with Risk, Compliance and other Legal colleagues to define and advise on future-state digital asset services and initiatives.
• · Draft and negotiate technology-related agreements with clients and partners.
• · Keep abreast of industry, legal, and regulatory changes related to digital assets and make timely and incisive updates to a diverse audience.
• · Track and report on legal issues and project developments in a concise and impactful manner to stakeholders at multiple levels.
• · Participate in industry associations related to digital assets and other emerging technologies.
• · Advise on internal and external materials related to digital assets and other innovative products, including marketing materials, regulatory submissions and press releases.

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

• · A J.D. from a top-tier law school.
• · 8+ years' experience as a licensed attorney with at least 2 years' experience in digital assets and related issues. Both in-house and law firm experience preferred.
• · Experience advising a financial institution on the legal and regulatory environment related to digital assets, with particular focus on the United States. Some experience with MiCA or other foreign regulatory frameworks preferred.
• · Understanding of the financial services, banking, and payments systems.
• · Working knowledge of blockchain technology.
• · Ability to take ownership of projects and drive them forward in a collaborative manner.
• · Strong written and oral communication skills with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
• · A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset.
• · A candidate who is curious, engaged, articulate, and works collaboratively with a broad range of stakeholders.

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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 assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $142,000 and $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 (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.

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 $142,000 and $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.

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