Vice President, Client Operations - CLO/Structured Debt

BNY Mellon

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

35 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BNY Mellon seeks a Vice President, Client Operations - CLO/Structured Debt in Houston, TX. You will lead the Structured Debt Client Platform within Client Operations and Reporting, overseeing major client relationships and complex operational issues.

The role emphasizes analytical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic client service leadership across geographies. Houston-based, senior-level responsibilities and competitive compensation accompany robust benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related field.
Advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
Typically 7–12 years of experience.
Relevant client service/operations experience in financial services preferred.
Corporate Trust and CLO/CDO backgrounds preferred.
SOLVAS experience preferred.
Analytical and problem-solving skills with finance/accounting, compliance/reporting, and reconciliation.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to build client relationships.
Experience leading teams and guiding junior staff.

Responsibilities

Lead support for major external clients, resolving complex issues and directing resources.
Apply advanced problem-solving to analyze complex information and deliver high-quality service.
Leverage product knowledge to identify client needs and suggest expanded offerings.
Participate in internal initiatives to improve client experience and create process improvements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Client service

Finance knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s in business or Finance

Advanced degree or certification

Job description

Vice President, Client Operations - CLO/Structured Debt

Houston, TX, United States

About Us

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, 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.

Job Description

We're seeking a future team member for the role of Vice President, Client Operations - CLO/Structured Debt to join our Structured Debt Client Platform within Client Operations and Reporting.

This role is located in Houston, Texas

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

Lead support for major external clients by resolving complex operational and technical issues, ensuring requests are executed, and directing clients to appropriate resources at BNY.

Apply advanced problem-solving skills, judgment, and experience to analyze complex information and deliver high-quality service to a specialized client base, resolving the most complex or non-routine inquiries.

Leverage in-depth knowledge of BNY products and services across lines of business and geographies to proactively identify client needs, contribute to business development efforts, and propose expanded offerings for front-office consideration.

Participate in and lead internal initiatives to improve the client experience, develop process improvements based on client service best practices, and support multiple complex client accounts.

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

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or a related field.

Advanced degree or professional certification preferred.

Typically, 7-12 year of experience.

Relevant client service/operations experience in financial services preferred.

Corporate Trust and CLO/CDO backgrounds preferred.

SOLVAS experience preferred.

Analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in finance/accounting, compliance/reporting, and reconciliation; ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and internal teams; thorough understanding of industry regulations and standards.

Demonstrated experience leading teams and providing guidance to less experienced team members.

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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.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The expected base salary for this position when employment commences can be found in the Job Info section at the bottom of the posting.

Base salary offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base salary is only part of the total rewards package, which may include eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award. Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, eligible employees may enroll in a 401(k) plan as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents. Eligible employees also may receive other benefits (including various paid time off benefits, such as vacation and sick time), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

If hired, the employee will be in an \"at will\" position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payments or compensation programs) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

Job Info