Executive Vice President, Regulatory Operations - Risk & Intelligence

Responsibilities: Set the strategic direction for Risk and Intelligence as FINRA's core hub for risk assessment and intelligence Advise executive leadership and the Board on systemic risks, emerging threats, and regulatory priorities Foster cross‑department collaboration to align risk intelligence with examination, investigations, surveillance, and enforcement Engage with member firms and industry stakeholders on risk monitoring, intelligence sharing, and governance Oversee risk monitoring frameworks integrating data from surveillance, examinations, and external sources Direct intelligence operations to identify patterns and trends across member activities and market events Establish governance for risk methodologies, intelligence standards, and information sharing Ensure timely dissemination of actionable intelligence to relevant stakeholders Promote adoption of advanced analytics, AI/ML, and frontier technologies to enhance capabilities Recruit, develop, and retain top talent across risk management and intelligence domains

Key requirements: 15+ years of progressive leadership in financial services regulation, risk management, or intelligence Deep understanding of securities markets, broker‑dealer operations, and regulatory frameworks Proven ability to build and lead complex, multi‑disciplinary organizations Experience translating data and intelligence into strategic insights and recommendations Strong executive presence with exceptional communication and stakeholder influence Experience establishing governance frameworks and operational processes for risk and intelligence Bachelor's degree; advanced degree strongly preferred Strategic vision Analytical rigor Collaborative leadership Risk monitoring frameworks Intelligence operations and data synthesis Governance of methodologies and information sharing