Head of Business Controls Transformation – SVP

State Street

. Lead the enterprise-wide business controls transformation program .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeBoston • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $225,000 - $337,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading enterprise-level business controls and risk transformation initiatives, with a strong focus on AI integration to enhance operational resilience and efficiency. Proven ability to develop governance frameworks and collaborate across global teams to drive modernization and accountability.

Highest-signal resume keywords

15+ Years Experience In Business ControlsAI Transformation For Risk ProcessesEnterprise-Level Control TransformationStrong Analytical And Problem-Solving SkillsExcellent Executive Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementBusiness ControlsComplianceInternal AuditControl AnalyticsProgram GovernanceAI Use Case ScopingControl Enhancement ImplementationTransformation Program LeadershipOperational Resilience

Soft Skills

Influencing Across OrganizationsBuilding RelationshipsCollaborationAccountabilityStrategic Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Integrated Risk Management ToolsGovernance RoutinesControl Design StandardsDocumentation StandardsRCSA Protocols

Industry Keywords

Global Financial InstitutionRegulatory ExpectationsCross-Functional WorkstreamsSenior Leadership ReportingEmerging Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the enterprise-wide business controls transformation program
Modernize, simplify, and automate controls while designing and tracking success measures
Spearhead AI transformation for business risk and control processes
Identify and prioritize AI automation opportunities to improve accuracy, cycle time, resilience, and control effectiveness
Design and advance the business controls roadmap and execution plans with the EVP
Improve integrated risk management tools and practices
Simplify and improve first-line RCSA protocols and process linkage using AI where possible
Collaborate with Compliance, Operational Risk Management, Internal Audit, Technology, and business units
Build and manage governance routines, steering committees, transformation forums, and senior-level reporting
Develop enterprise control design standards, taxonomies, and documentation expectations
Identify control weaknesses, emerging risks, and opportunities to strengthen the control environment
Oversee cross-functional workstreams delivering control enhancements
Prepare executive-ready insights, materials, and updates for senior leadership and oversight forums
Enable first-line ownership of risk and controls through simplified guidance, frameworks, and tools
Foster collaboration, accountability, and risk excellence across Boston, London, and global teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of experience in business controls, risk, audit, compliance, or transformation in a global financial institution
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level control or risk transformation initiatives
Experience using AI to enhance risk and control processes, including ideation, scoping, testing, and execution
Deep knowledge of risk management, business controls, compliance, internal audit, and regulatory expectations
Tangible experience scoping AI use cases, implementing AI solutions, and driving innovation for streamlining and efficiency
Proven ability to drive large-scale, multifunctional transformation programs in global environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent executive communication skills
Ability to influence across highly matrixed organizations and build relationships with global stakeholders
Strategic mindset focused on modernization, simplification, and operational resilience
Strong proficiency in program governance, management reporting, and control analytics
Occasional travel may be required
Experience working across global teams, particularly in the U.S. and U.K., strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, short-term disability, and family care responsibilities
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks