Senior Vice President, Audit Leader

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of SVP, Audit Leader to join our Quality Assurance team in Internal Audit. This role is located in London.

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

• Provide critical check, challenge and support when leading QA review of completed audit work - not just in execution of the methodology but in substance - that we have covered key processes, risk and control commensurate to BNY risk profile 

• Lead the review of audit testing and reporting for financial, operational, compliance, and other processes, ensuring adherence to applicable policies, methodologies, and standards.

• Provide critical insights and challenges to audit engagements and processes related to technology risks, liquidity and capital management (as an example of risk type), aligning with established regulatory expectations, company policies and standards.

• Assess and enhance the design and effectiveness and operational effectiveness of controls executed by internal auditors. 

• Leverage the QA team's advanced audit technology and methodology to deliver consistent, reliable results to audit teams.

• Identify and address significant concerns, monitor fieldwork, and resolve emerging issues efficiently.

• Take ownership of assigned projects, ensuring QA audits are completed accurately, on time, and within budget.

• Communicate effectively with Internal Audit Management and their teams, fostering strong interactions with Senior Managers and collaborating seamlessly with other QA team members.

• Stay abreast of new methodologies and guidance, demonstrating a deep understanding and application in your work.

• Add value to Internal Audit Management through thoughtful analysis of workpapers, audits, regulatory validation projects, and closed issues, providing meaningful written feedback and recommendations.

• Exercise sound judgment in prioritizing issues and maintaining continuous communication, ensuring all relevant parties are informed of the current status of any noted issues or problems.

  
   

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

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent). 

• (Preferred) Major in Accounting / Finance (or related field of study). 

• Extensive relevant work experience with Auditing, 

• Working knowledge of liquidity risk management, interest rate management, and/or asset liability management practices.

• (Preferred) 10+ years relevant experience, including proficiency in Internal Audit. 

• (Preferred) MBA, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CFA, CIA certifications.

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.

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

 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.