Senior Specialist, Senior Executive Assistant

Senior Specialist, Senior Executive Assistant

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 and champions of inclusion, 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 Senior Specialist, Senior Executive Assistant to support Senior Leaders within our Office of the COO and Strategic Investments & Innovation Center (SPIN) teams. 

SPIN is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing minority investments and strategic partnerships that accelerate the firm’s long-term growth agenda. The team operates at the intersection of corporate strategy, M&A, venture investing, and product innovation, with a particular focus on financial infrastructure, digital assets, data platforms, and next-generation fintech.

This role is located in New York, NY.

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

• Provide administrative and executive support in a fast-paced environment
• Proactively manage a complex calendar with intention and strategic priorities in mind
• Work with stakeholders to prepare effective pre-reads and materials 
• Work closely and effectively with the Executives’ team 
• Manage extensive domestic and international travel arrangements including detailed itineraries 
• Support day-to-day needs that keep the executive operating at their best 
• Manage both planned and last-minute requests with discretion and poised execution
• Bring a growth mindset – comfortable wearing multiple hats, pitching in as needed
• Frequent engagement with leadership-level contacts both inside and outside the organization. 
• Conduct research, compile, analyze, and summarize information for reports and correspondence, while managing sensitive and complex situations with discretion and tact.
• Drive process and product innovation.

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

• High school/secondary school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. 
• Applicable vocational training such as courses on relevant business software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), basic business writing, or similar preferred; AA degree or relevant business certifications preferred. 
• 7+ years of total work experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree may be considered in lieu of some experience. 
• Proven ability to exercise autonomy in managing complex, confidential administrative duties requiring broad knowledge of organizational policies and procedures
• The candidate must be proficient in using the Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint 
• Experience/interest in leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency both within the administrative function and in support of the executives

BNY Mellon is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. Our ambition is to build the best global team – one that is representative and inclusive of the diverse talent, clients and communities we work with and serve – and to empower our team to do their best work. We support wellbeing and a balanced life, and offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies and employee forums.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $59,000 and $124,000 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.

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.