Finra Hiring for Senior Director, Head of Leadership Development, Leadership Effectiveness and Coaching Academy – Human Resources at New York, NY Full Time

Essential Job Functions:

Develops and directs a strategy that is aligned with business goals and values and is integrated into the programs and activities of the assigned function(s). Determines the objectives, policies and plans for the area(s) with the senior most executives to support the strategies and goals of the organization.

Provides expert level advice and counsel to senior leadership, including the CEO and Management Committee, on the most complex and strategically important matters associated with the function(s) and that have wide reaching impacts to employees and the organization.

Leads the design and execution of major programs within one or more functional areas and is accountable for the success thereof. Ensures program elements align to the strategic priorities of the business and the requisite policies and procedures of the organization as well as any applicable legislation and areas of compliance.

Leads multiple and multi-faceted corporate initiatives, programs, and projects, and ensures alignment with the overall corporate and HR strategy, by establishing metrics to assess the success of these initiatives, programs, and projects. Works cross-functionally, across all areas of the business.

Leverages quantitative and qualitative analysis as a basis for decision-making and recommendations. Assesses the use of metrics within the business and function(s) to determine what is required for driving toward the appropriate outcome and making informed decisions.

Manages the operational budget for area of responsibility, ensuring the use of company resources are in the most efficient manner. Where appropriate, manages the relationship with external consultants and vendors.

Leverages systems and technology (and makes recommendations for) as a means to increase efficiency and productivity of the function, as well as simplifying processes and programs for employees.

Develops and maintains effective working relationships with all levels of management, gaining in-depth knowledge of the business, which will provide insight into the design and implementation of programs.

Coach, develop, and manage direct team members to build organizational capability and provide opportunities for job enhancement and enrichment. Ensures service excellence is a key priority among all team members.

Viewed as an expert in their area of responsibility, and provides insight and guidance across the HR function. Serves as a role model for team members by embodying the characteristics of a leader and FINRA values.

Primary Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Other Responsibilities:

May lead cross-functional and/or cross-organizational teams in support of corporate initiatives.

Stays abreast of industry trends on area of responsibility to recommend or provide advice on specific implications or courses of action.

May serve as the alternate or backup to SVP, Human Resources.

Education & Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 12 years relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or team leader role. Advanced degree or relevant certification(s) desired.

ICF Certified Coach Required

Experience leading cross-functional teams, programs, and initiatives.

In-depth project and program management skills.

Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.

Proven ability to collaborate and influence to achieve outcomes, at all levels, including C-suite.

Exceptional written and oral communication skills, including making presentations to senior leadership.

Working Conditions:

Work generally performed in an office environment. Extended hours and travel may be required.

California: Minimum of $154,300Maximum of $329,400
Colorado: Minimum of $140,300, Maximum of $274,500

New York, NY: Minimum of $168,400, Maximum of $329,400
Washington St: Minimum of $140,300, Maximum of $315,700

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To be considered for this position, please submit an application.

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Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. FINRA provides comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance. Additional insurance includes basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, supplemental life, spouse/domestic partner and dependent life, and spouse/domestic partner and dependent accidental death and dismemberment, short- and long-term disability, long-term care, business travel accident, disability and legal. FINRA offers immediate participation and vesting in a 401(k) plan with company match and eligibility for participation in an additional FINRA-funded retirement contribution, tuition reimbursement and many other benefits.

Time Off and Paid Leave*

FINRA encourages its employees to focus on their health and wellness in many ways, including through a generous time-off program of 15 days of paid time off, 5 personal days and 9 sick days (all pro-rated in the first year). Additionally, we are proud to support our communities by providing two volunteer service days (based on full-time schedule). Other paid leave includes military leave, jury duty leave, bereavement leave, voting and election official leave for federal, state or local primary and general elections, care of a family member leave (available after 90 days of employment); and childbirth and parental leave (available after 90 days of employment). Full-time employees receive nine paid holidays.

Important Information

FINRA’s Code of Conduct imposes restrictions on employees’ investments and requires financial disclosures that are uniquely related to our role as a securities regulator. FINRA employees are required to disclose to FINRA all brokerage accounts that they maintain, and those in which they control trading or have a financial interest (including any trust account of which they are a trustee or beneficiary and all accounts of a spouse, domestic partner or minor child who lives with the employee) and to authorize their broker-dealers to provide FINRA with duplicate statements for all of those accounts. All of those accounts are subject to the Code’s investment and securities account restrictions, and new employees must comply with those investment restrictions—including disposing of any security issued by a company on FINRA’s Prohibited Company List or obtaining a written waiver from their Executive Vice President—by the date they begin employment with FINRA. Employees may only maintain securities accounts that must be disclosed to FINRA at one or more securities firms that provide an electronic feed (e-feed) of data to FINRA, and must move securities accounts from other securities firms to a firm that provides an e-feed within three months of beginning employment.

As standard practice, employees must also execute FINRA’s Employee Confidentiality and Invention Assignment Agreement without qualification or modification and comply with the company’s policy on nepotism.

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