Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance

7 months ago


Pittsburgh, United States THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON CORPORATION Full time

Senior Director, Senior Managing Counsel – Governance and Executive Compensation

Bring your ideas. Make history. 
BNY Mellon offers an exciting array of future-forward careers at the intersection of business, finance, and technology. We are one of the world's top asset management and banking firms that manages trillions of dollars in assets, custody and/or administration. Known as the “bank of banks” - % of the world’s top banks work with us as we lead and serve our customers into the new era of digital. 

With over years of rich history and industry firsts, BNY Mellon has been built upon our proven ability to evolve, lead, and drive new ideas at every turn. Today, we’re approximately , employees across countries with a culture that empowers you to grow, take risks, experiment and be yourself. This is what LifeAtBNYMellon is all about. 

The Corporate Secretarial and Disclosure Group in the Legal Department is seeking an outstanding attorney to join its public company governance and disclosure team. The role will have particular focus on executive compensation and related governance and securities matters. The attorney will work closely with the rest of the Secretary’s team, as well as BNY Mellon’s People Team, Investor Relations, and other groups within the company and the Legal Department to advise Senior Management and the Board on key governance and executive compensation matters. 

The position will report to the Corporate Secretary in the firm’s PITTSBURGH, PA office .

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

Support the Corporate Secretary on all aspects of executive compensation governance, including the processes related to the Human Resources and Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors Assist with preparation for the meetings of the Board of Directors, including preparation of meeting agendas and materials, as well as drafting board minutes Assist with the preparation of BNY Mellon’s proxy statement and for the annual meeting,  Provide support with investor outreach and engagement related to executive compensation and other corporate governance practices throughout the course of the year Advise on executive compensation matters, including related disclosures for BNY Mellon’s Exchange Act filings and assessing and advising on BNY Mellon’s related policies and practices Manage Section compliance program, including Form , and filings Counsel on governance, corporate and regulatory matters for BNY Mellon’s subsidiaries and their boards and committees Stay current on executive compensation and corporate governance trends and best practices, NYSE developments, and translate into clear guidance for Senior Management and key partners across the enterprise Assist with NYSE listing and governance requirements

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

+ years with a top tier law firm; in-house experience preferred, but not required Experience advising public companies on corporate, securities, executive compensation and equity compensation matters Knowledge of applicable laws, including SEC, Internal Revenue Code, and ERISA rules, regulations and guidance; experience with bank regulation a plus Excellent written and oral communication, organizational and project management skills Demonstrated ability to independently managing workload, priorities, and deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment Executive presence, acute attention to detail and good judgment in consulting with colleagues and clients Juris Doctor degree and in good standing to practice law in the US (NY bar preferred)

At BNY Mellon, our inclusive culture speaks for itself. Here’s a few of our awards: 

Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies & Top for Diversity and Inclusion  Bloomberg’s Gender Equality Index (GEI) Human Rights Campaign Foundation, % score Corporate Equality Index , Disability: IN – % score  Best Workplaces for Innovators, Fast Company CDP’s Climate Change ‘A List’ Forbes Blockchain

Our Benefits: 

BNY Mellon 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 that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 



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