Program/Project Manager- Equities Projects

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. 

Elevate your career as a Program Manager with us, where your leadership will drive transformative projects and shape the future of our industry. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and mobility. Leverage your expertise in project management to make a tangible impact, while enjoying a supportive environment that champions your success. Be part of a company that invests in your development and celebrates your achievements. Your next big career move starts here!

As a Global Equities Program Manager - Vice President within Global Equities team at JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing strategic programs and initiatives from conception to execution. Equities Operations spans multiple business units within the Corporate Investment Bank, including: Global Clearing, Equities Derivatives Group, Cash Equities, Prime Cash, Synthetics, and Stock Borrow Loan. The Equities Operations Transformation team manages the end-to-end implementation of projects from industry-driven change, digital solutions, automation and business expansion, globally. Your work will have a significant impact on and involve collaborating with various departments, including the Equities Businesses, Technology, Product Development, Finance, and Operations.

Job responsibilities  

• Lead the planning, execution  and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects, across Equities and Prime, to deliver results aligned with business strategy. 
• Define and oversee integrated program plans, aligning resources, milestones, and deliverables to strategic objectives and ensuring accountability across all workstreams.
• Manage a robust and auditable governance process to ensure accurate and timely delivery of all projects.
• Establish and lead senior governance, communicating progress, update, risks and issues to a diverse group of stakeholders. 
• Ensure all programs are completed in accordance with all risk, control, and other relevant firm-wide guidelines, maintaining the integrity of our control environment. 
• Take ownership of high-visibility projects that directly impact the firm’s strategic direction.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills  

• Proven expertise in managing or leading complex programs, in a financial services setting, from inception to execution, typically demonstrated through relevant experience.
• Knowledge of financial markets or related financial services.
• Demonstrable experience in project governance and senior stakeholder management.
• Exceptional, verbal and written, communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality deliverables in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills  

• Knowledge of financial markets or related financial services.
• Knowledge of Equities' markets and products.
• Understanding of Derivatives.
• Direct experience in Operations and/or post-trade processes.
• Experience integrating artificial intelligence solutions to enhance project outcomes and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Experience implementing automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Proven ability to foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies.