**Head of Business Control & Governance – Private Wealth** **Location:** New York, NY **Department:** Private Wealth Management (PWM) **Reports to:** Head of Private Wealth Client Administration & Infrastructure **Position Overview** We are seeking an experienced and strategic professional to lead the Business Control & Governance function within our Private Wealth business who will be responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of a strong, efficient control environment. This individual will ensure operational processes, governance structures, and risk management practices support both regulatory requirements and business objectives, while maintaining a focus on client service excellence. As a member of the Client Administration & Infrastructure Leadership Team, this role will collaborate across functions to promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. **Key Responsibilities** + Lead the design, implementation, and continual enhancement of the in-business control environment across all areas of the Private Wealth business + Build and maintain a comprehensive process and procedure inventory for all Private Wealth activities + Identify any control gaps or issues that may exist; develop, implement, and oversee corrective action plans to address root causes and ensure timely resolution + Establish and manage business-wide governance routines, ensuring ongoing oversight and escalation of control matters + Partner with Compliance, Risk, Legal, Operations, and other control partners to ensure the highest standards of supervision and governance for RIA and Broker Dealer platforms and advisory/sales activities + Oversee the implementation of regulatory changes and strategic initiatives, ensuring that all process changes are made with a robust control environment in mind + Serve as a key member of the Client Admin & Infrastructure Leadership Team, providing input and guidance on process changes, strategic projects, and day-to-day decisions through a control-focused lens + Partner with various business stakeholders to coordinate and manage internal / external audits and regulatory exams + Monitor industry and regulatory developments to proactively identify risks and opportunities for control enhancements + Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to senior management, regulators, and relevant committees on control effectiveness, open issues, and remediation status ​ **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree required + 15+ years of experience in financial services, with significant experience in business controls, risk management, audit, or compliance within Wealth Management, Private Banking, or a similar environment + Proven track record of building and leading high-performing teams + Deep understanding of RIA and Broker Dealer supervisory frameworks, advisory/sales practices, and relevant regulatory requirements + Proven track record of leading control-related teams and initiatives, with strong project management and process optimization skills + Demonstrated ability to design and implement governance routines that drive accountability and transparency + Exceptional partnership and influencing skills, with experience collaborating across Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Operations functions + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and drive remediation to completion + Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex control issues and solutions to senior stakeholders + Ownership mentality + Strong attention to detail + Client obsessed + Series 24 preferred \#LI-JG3 \#LI-Hybrid Compensation Details The salary range for this role is $200,000-$250,000. 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