DescriptionHead of Client Asset Oversight (PCF45)
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We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Head of Client Asset Oversight (PCF45) to join our BNY Pershing team. This role is located in Dublin, Ireland – HYBRID.
In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
The role holder will be appointed, subject to regulatory approval, as the Head of Client Asset Oversight (PCF45) under the Central Bank of Ireland’s (CBI) Fitness and Probity Regime for legal entity Pershing Securities International Limited (PSIL).
The role holder will have Assigned Responsibilities under the CBI’s Senior Executive Accountability Regime (SEAR) including;
Inherent Responsibility: Overall responsibility for managing the operation of the firm’s client asset function.
Prescribed Responsibility: PR30 - where the firm holds client assets, responsibility for the firm’s compliance with client asset requirements (In capacity of Head of Client Asset Oversight).
Oversee the operational effectiveness of Pershing EMEA’s systems and controls that are designed to achieve compliance with the CBI Client Asset Requirements (CAR).
Oversight of the Client Asset Oversight Team, putting in place an annual book of work and quality assurance plan to assist in ensuring compliance with the regulatory requirements.
Provide a report to the Risk Committee of the Board and the Ireland Compliance, Risk and Oversight Committee in respect of that oversight;
Complete and submit PSIL’s Monthly Client Asset Report (MCAR) in line with CBI rules.
Ensure that the PSIL Insolvency Pack is kept up to date and in compliance with the relevant regulatory requirements.
Attend the Client Asset Council (CAC) and oversee the adherence by BNY Pershing to CAR in accordance with the council terms of reference
To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:
Contribute to the effective governance of the EMEA region. Play an active role in regional councils, committees and local boards, offering constructive challenge and helping to support the Committee/Board fulfil its role and responsibilities for those they are a member. Where the job holder acts as a Chair of a Council/Committee, ensure the Council/Committee is effective in all aspects of its role, facilitate and encourage informed and constructive debate on key issues and ensure that members receive relevant management information in an accurate, timely and clear form.
Help to ensure that a strong governance culture is embedded within the region, that issues are escalated and cascaded appropriately and that key risks are identified, discussed and mitigated.
Build a good understanding of the EMEA governance framework, including escalation requirements, and ensure there is clear, appropriate and evidenced apportionment of responsibilities amongst staff members for whom the job holder has management responsibility.
To maintain an understanding of the industry from a regulatory and operational perspective.
To maintain a working knowledge of CBI rules and regulations, as well as up to date knowledge of market practices.
To maintain an understanding of technical/functional knowledge as required for the role.
To maintain an understanding of leadership and management theories and practices.
This PCF role will be subject to your ongoing compliance, to our satisfaction, with the Central Bank’s fitness and probity standards and any other applicable requirements relevant to your role This PCF position, for the purposes of Section 23 of the Central Bank Reform Act 2010, will require approval to be granted by the Central Bank of Ireland before a candidate commences employment.
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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.
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