Senior Vice President, Lead UX Researcher

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 Vice President, Lead UX Researcher to join our Pershing team. This role is located in New York City.

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

Conduct and manage research projects aligned to your assigned product experience and strategic research efforts
Drive relationships and interactions with design and product experience leads
Build relationships with product managers to influence multi-year roadmaps
Manage communications around internal projects efficiently
Lead specialized research practice areas to enhance overall practice maturity
Take ownership in driving work forward while maintaining open communication channels
Anticipate problems and proactively develop solutions
Manage relationships with client-facing teams
Lead trainings and workshops in your area of expertise
Contribute to enhancing team processes and organizational efficiency

Research activities include

User needs analysis and behavioral research
Facilitating user feedback on strategic business priorities and features
Validating new designs and product features before development
Conducting usability testing for early release and production software
Contributing to feedback programs for live software that integrate into QA and product workflows

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

Bachelor's degree in psychology, user experience, design, human-computer interaction, or related discipline; advanced degree a plus
10-12 years of experience in UX research
Deep expertise in facilitating qualitative research, with broad knowledge across multiple methodologies
Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize information across multiple factors
Excellent communication and presentation skills across various audience types
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience with enterprise feedback tools such as Qualtrics, Medallia, Foresee, etc.
Experience in securities or financial services industry is a plus
Ability to work with limited direction on new assignments

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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.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $119,000 and $221,000 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.

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.

Qualifications

10-12 years of experience in UX research
Deep expertise in facilitating qualitative research, with broad knowledge across multiple methodologies
Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize information across multiple factors
Excellent communication and presentation skills across various audience types
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Experience with enterprise feedback tools such as Qualtrics, Medallia, Foresee, etc
Ability to work with limited direction on new assignments

Benefits

The base salary for this position is expected to be between $119,000 and $221,000 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
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

Responsibilities

Conduct and manage research projects aligned to your assigned product experience and strategic research efforts
Drive relationships and interactions with design and product experience leads
Build relationships with product managers to influence multi-year roadmaps
Manage communications around internal projects efficiently
Lead specialized research practice areas to enhance overall practice maturity
Take ownership in driving work forward while maintaining open communication channels
Anticipate problems and proactively develop solutions
Manage relationships with client-facing teams
Lead trainings and workshops in your area of expertise
Contribute to enhancing team processes and organizational efficiency
User needs analysis and behavioral research
Facilitating user feedback on strategic business priorities and features
Validating new designs and product features before development
Conducting usability testing for early release and production software
Contributing to feedback programs for live software that integrate into QA and product workflows

Senior Vice President, Lead UX Researcher

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