EVP, Head of Corporate Treasury with a Global Bank – New York, NY

Role Overview for EVP, Head of Corporate Treasury with a Global Bank – New York, NY

JRG Partners is proud to partner with a premier, systemically important global bank in its search for an exceptional Executive Vice President (EVP), Head of Corporate Treasury. This is a paramount leadership position based in the financial heart of the world, New York City. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader responsible for the strategic direction and operational execution of the bank’s global treasury function. This role is fundamental to the bank’s financial stability, strategic growth, and regulatory soundness. As a key member of the executive finance team, you will report directly to the Global Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and will have significant interaction with the CEO, the Board of Directors, and global regulatory bodies. You will be entrusted with safeguarding the bank’s balance sheet, optimizing its capital and liquidity resources, and navigating the complexities of the global financial markets. This position demands a leader with profound technical expertise, exceptional strategic acumen, and the proven ability to lead a large, geographically dispersed team. You will be at the forefront of shaping the bank’s financial architecture, ensuring it is resilient, efficient, and positioned for sustained success in a dynamic economic and regulatory landscape. This is a career-defining opportunity for a seasoned treasury professional to make a substantial impact on one of the world’s leading financial institutions.

Key Responsibilities of EVP, Head of Corporate Treasury with a Global Bank – New York, NY

The EVP, Head of Corporate Treasury will have a broad and critical mandate. Your responsibilities will encompass the full spectrum of treasury operations, strategy, and risk management, including but not limited to:

Strategic Liquidity Management

• Develop and oversee the firm-wide liquidity risk management framework, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements such as the Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR).
• Manage the bank’s daily cash positioning, intraday liquidity, and collateral management processes to ensure operational efficiency and mitigate settlement risks.
• Lead comprehensive liquidity stress testing and scenario analysis, developing and maintaining a robust Contingency Funding Plan (CFP) to ensure resilience in adverse market conditions.
• Oversee the management of the bank’s portfolio of high-quality liquid assets (HQLA), optimizing its composition for both yield and regulatory compliance.

Capital Planning and Management

• Lead the bank’s comprehensive capital planning processes, including the annual Comprehensive Capital Analysis and Review (CCAR) and Dodd-Frank Act Stress Test (DFAST) submissions.
• Develop and execute a strategic capital plan that optimizes the bank’s capital structure, supports business growth, and enhances shareholder returns through dividends and share repurchases.
• Ensure the bank maintains strong capital ratios in compliance with all regulatory standards, including a deep familiarity with global regulatory frameworks, including the Basel III capital requirements.
• Provide strategic advice to business lines on capital allocation, pricing for risk, and return on capital metrics.

Funding and Balance Sheet Management

• Design and execute the bank’s global funding strategy across a diverse range of sources, including deposits, commercial paper, senior and subordinated debt, and securitizations.
• Manage all aspects of debt issuance in the capital markets, from planning and execution to ongoing investor relations.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with credit rating agencies, fixed-income investors, and other key external stakeholders.
• Proactively manage the bank’s balance sheet to optimize its size, composition, and funding profile in response to market trends and strategic objectives.

Asset and Liability Management (ALM)

• Chair the Asset and Liability Committee (ALCO) or serve as a key member, guiding discussions on interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and overall balance sheet strategy.
• Oversee the measurement and management of the bank’s exposure to interest rate risk in the banking book (IRRBB).
• Develop and implement sophisticated hedging strategies using derivatives and other financial instruments to mitigate risks arising from fluctuations in interest rates and foreign exchange rates.

Leadership and Stakeholder Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global treasury team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and rigorous risk management.
• Serve as the primary treasury liaison with global regulators (e.g., Federal Reserve, OCC, PRA, ECB), ensuring transparent and constructive communication.
• Collaborate seamlessly with other senior leaders across Risk Management, Finance, and business units to ensure alignment on strategic financial objectives.
• Prepare and deliver insightful presentations and reports to the executive management team, the Board of Directors, and its relevant committees.

Requirements for the EVP, Head of Corporate Treasury with a Global Bank – New York, NY

The ideal candidate will be a distinguished treasury leader with an impeccable track record of success within a large, complex financial institution. We are seeking a professional with the following qualifications:

Educational Background

An advanced degree (MBA, Master’s in Finance, or equivalent) is strongly preferred. A Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is highly desirable.

Professional Experience

A minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in corporate treasury, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role at a Global Systemically Important Bank (G-SIB) or a financial institution of similar scale and complexity.

Technical Expertise

• Deep, expert-level knowledge of modern treasury principles, including liquidity risk management, capital adequacy, funding markets, and asset-liability management.
• Extensive, hands-on experience with regulatory capital frameworks (CCAR, DFAST, Basel III/IV) and liquidity regulations (LCR, NSFR).
• Proven experience managing large, diverse funding programs and executing debt capital market transactions.
• Sophisticated understanding of financial markets, derivatives, and hedging strategies.

Leadership and Communication Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire a large, global team of finance professionals.
• Exceptional executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial concepts clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including boards of directors and regulators.
• Proven ability to build strong, collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Unquestionable integrity, sound judgment, and a strong risk management mindset.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term objectives with short-term tactical execution.

Benefits & Perks Offered

Our client offers a highly competitive executive compensation and benefits package designed to attract and retain top-tier talent. This includes:

Competitive Compensation

A highly attractive base salary, annual performance-based bonus, and a significant long-term incentive plan (LTI) with equity components.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness

Premier medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your eligible dependents. Access to executive wellness programs, mental health resources, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

Retirement Planning

A robust 401(k) plan with a generous company match and potential for additional profit-sharing contributions. Access to personalized financial planning services.

Work-Life Balance

A generous paid time off (PTO) policy, including vacation, sick days, and personal days, in addition to company holidays.

Professional Development

A significant budget for continuous learning, executive coaching, and participation in industry conferences and seminars.

Additional Perks

Relocation assistance package available for qualified candidates, commuter benefits, subsidized gourmet dining options, and access to exclusive corporate and networking events.

How to Apply

This is a retained search exclusively managed by JRG Partners. To be considered for this confidential opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and interest in the role. We are committed to a transparent and respectful recruitment process. Qualified candidates will be contacted by one of our senior partners for an initial discussion. Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.