Vice President, Data Center Manager – EMEA

We’re seeking a motivated technology leader for the role of Vice President, Data

Center Operations Manager to join our Infrastructure Platform team. This role is

located in Harlow, Essex.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

* Provide leadership and oversight of data center operations across EMEA,

ensuring safe, secure, and compliant execution in a 24x7 mission-critical

environment.

* Lead incident response, change execution, and escalation coordination across

infrastructure, network, facilities, and security teams.

* Oversee vendor access, onsite activities, and service delivery to maintain

operational, security, and compliance standards.

* Drive execution of infrastructure initiatives, including hardware

deployments, lifecycle management, structured cabling, and capacity planning.

* Maintain strong operational governance through effective risk management,

control adherence, and documentation discipline.

* Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver complex infrastructure

activities and major change events with minimal operational risk.

* Manage staffing, scheduling, and workload prioritization to support a

resilient operating model and eliminate single points of failure.

* Leverage monitoring and automation tools to improve efficiency, visibility,

and execution discipline while retaining accountability for outcomes.

* Promote a strong risk and control culture aligned with enterprise standards

and operational excellence.

* Support continuity of service delivery across EMEA sites while balancing

operational priorities and project demand.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or

equivalent practical experience in large-scale data center operations.

* Significant experience leading operations in a 24x7 data center or other

mission-critical infrastructure environment.

* Strong understanding of data center infrastructure, including compute,

network, storage, power, environmental controls, and structured cabling.

* Demonstrated experience in incident management, change governance, and

operational risk management within a regulated environment.

* Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate cross-functional activities,

making timely and risk-informed decisions during high-impact events.

* Experience managing third-party vendors, onsite activities, and access

controls in security- and compliance-driven environments.

* Strong knowledge of audit readiness, control frameworks, and regulatory

expectations within enterprise infrastructure operations.

* Familiarity with DCIM platforms, monitoring tools, and ticketing systems such

as ServiceNow.

* Excellent communication, organization, and stakeholder management skills,

with the ability to manage competing priorities and drive accountability.

* Proven success in building resilient coverage models, managing workload

distribution, and maintaining operational continuity.

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, 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.

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* America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs

rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy.

We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s

journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your

financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves,

including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through

moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -

Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with

Disabilities/Protected Veterans.