BNY Mellon
Vice President, Accessibility Team Lead
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 and champions of inclusion, 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.
We are seeking a
Vice President, Accessibility Team Lead
to advance digital accessibility across BNY. This role sits within our Design Hub and will lead a cross‑functional accessibility team. The Team Lead will be accountable for maturing accessibility practices, embedding standards into delivery processes, and ensuring compliance with global regulations (e.g., WCAG 2.2, ADA, and EU Accessibility Act).
This role requires both strategic leadership and hands‑on program delivery: building frameworks, coaching team members, and partnering across design, engineering, product, legal, and compliance. This role is located in New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development
Manage, coach, and develop the accessibility team, ensuring role clarity, inclusive communication, and supportive work routines.
Foster a culture of psychological safety, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Accessibility Program Delivery
Lead accessibility reviews, audits, and testing across digital products and services.
Integrate accessibility into the design and engineering lifecycle (e.g., design system standards, QA processes).
Drive adoption of self‑service accessibility tools and training for product teams.
Standards & Compliance
Ensure BNY digital products achieve
WCAG 2.2 AA
compliance.
Align programs with U.S. (ADA, Section 508) and global (EU Accessibility Act) accessibility requirements.
Oversee development of Accessibility Conformance Reports (VPATs/ACRs).
Partnership & Advocacy
Partner with UX Research and Voice of the Client teams to ensure inclusive research practices.
Serve as a trusted advisor to product leaders on accessibility risks, opportunities, and client impact.
Champion accessibility awareness across the bank through training, workshops, and the Digital Accessibility Champions program.
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape the accessibility vision at a global financial institution.
A highly collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
Professional development support, including accessibility training and certification sponsorship.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human‑Computer Interaction, Design, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s a plus).
8–10 years of experience in accessibility, UX, or related domains, with at least 3 years leading teams.
Strong working knowledge of WCAG 2.2, ARIA, ADA, Section 508, and global accessibility regulations.
Hands‑on experience with assistive technologies (e.g., NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack).
Experience integrating accessibility into enterprise design systems and agile delivery workflows.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence across technical and non‑technical audiences.
IAAP CPACC or WAS certification strongly preferred; willingness to pursue if not already held.
Experience in financial services a plus, but not required.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
The base salary for this position is expected to be between $81,000 and $147,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, it may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long‑term incentive packages, and Company‑sponsored benefit programs.
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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 and champions of inclusion, 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.
We are seeking a
Vice President, Accessibility Team Lead
to advance digital accessibility across BNY. This role sits within our Design Hub and will lead a cross‑functional accessibility team. The Team Lead will be accountable for maturing accessibility practices, embedding standards into delivery processes, and ensuring compliance with global regulations (e.g., WCAG 2.2, ADA, and EU Accessibility Act).
This role requires both strategic leadership and hands‑on program delivery: building frameworks, coaching team members, and partnering across design, engineering, product, legal, and compliance. This role is located in New York, NY.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Development
Manage, coach, and develop the accessibility team, ensuring role clarity, inclusive communication, and supportive work routines.
Foster a culture of psychological safety, collaboration, and continuous learning.
Accessibility Program Delivery
Lead accessibility reviews, audits, and testing across digital products and services.
Integrate accessibility into the design and engineering lifecycle (e.g., design system standards, QA processes).
Drive adoption of self‑service accessibility tools and training for product teams.
Standards & Compliance
Ensure BNY digital products achieve
WCAG 2.2 AA
compliance.
Align programs with U.S. (ADA, Section 508) and global (EU Accessibility Act) accessibility requirements.
Oversee development of Accessibility Conformance Reports (VPATs/ACRs).
Partnership & Advocacy
Partner with UX Research and Voice of the Client teams to ensure inclusive research practices.
Serve as a trusted advisor to product leaders on accessibility risks, opportunities, and client impact.
Champion accessibility awareness across the bank through training, workshops, and the Digital Accessibility Champions program.
What We Offer
Opportunity to shape the accessibility vision at a global financial institution.
A highly collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and lived experiences.
Professional development support, including accessibility training and certification sponsorship.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human‑Computer Interaction, Design, Computer Science, or related field (Master’s a plus).
8–10 years of experience in accessibility, UX, or related domains, with at least 3 years leading teams.
Strong working knowledge of WCAG 2.2, ARIA, ADA, Section 508, and global accessibility regulations.
Hands‑on experience with assistive technologies (e.g., NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack).
Experience integrating accessibility into enterprise design systems and agile delivery workflows.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence across technical and non‑technical audiences.
IAAP CPACC or WAS certification strongly preferred; willingness to pursue if not already held.
Experience in financial services a plus, but not required.
BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.
The base salary for this position is expected to be between $81,000 and $147,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, it may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long‑term incentive packages, and Company‑sponsored benefit programs.
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