Payments Operational Risk -Vice President

As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities.  Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

Job Summary 

The successful candidate will be part of the Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) – Payments, Asia Pacific Operational Risk team and will join a small regional team of risk professionals from a diverse range of backgrounds and experience who collectively ensure that the Firm’s Operational Risk Management Framework is implemented and functions effectively.

Job responsibilities: 

• Support the Operational Risk function in CIB Payments and promote a strong culture of Operational Risk Management  and operational excellence,
• Independently assess and, as appropriate, provide credible challenge of 1st LOD (line of defense) risk management activities and escalate any new emerging risks or issues for a product, service, legal entity and / or function, 
• Facilitate and monitor risk management practices, 
• Identify, analyze, measure, and report on Risks and Issues,
• Execute risked-based independent monitoring and deep dives and evaluate testing results of 1LODrisk management activities from an Operational Risk perspective,
• Oversee risks associated with Payments New Business Initiatives (NBI) and other programs within the business and challenge the control environment within these programs
• Build consultative relationships with Payments management, control teams, CCOR and Risk colleagues to drive and influence strategic programs decisions

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills 

We are looking for someone excited to join our organization.  If you meet the minimum requirements below, you are encouraged to apply to be considered for this role. 

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
• 5+ years of professional experience related to financial services, risk management, compliance or internal audit
• Strong Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel skills
• Strong, clear, and concise written and verbal communication with ability to edit and prepare executive level communications. 
• Excellent organizational and project management skills; able to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines
• Proven ability to collaborate and build strong partnerships. 
• Intellectual curiosity with a proven ability to learn quickly
• High degree of initiative, self-direction, and ability to work well under pressure

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

The following additional items will be considered but are not required for this role

• Knowledge of Payments or Trade Business 

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.