APAC Payments Transformation & Execution - Associate

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. 

Job Responsibilities

• Identify growth, efficiency, and innovation opportunities within the Payments landscape.
• Conduct data mining and quantitative analyses to uncover trends and insights.
• Perform root cause analysis to develop informed solutions.
• Lead transformation projects from inception to completion, including organizational changes and process optimizations.
• Develop business cases, define project scope, and manage project execution/governance.
• Analyze processes and identify opportunities to streamline activities to promote sustainable and scalable operations.
• Implement enhancements to operating models and workflows to meet client needs and regulatory requirements.
• Assess risks of new initiatives and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to address potential impacts.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders to drive successful transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver complex programs.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Highly motivated self-starter comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Passionate about the evolving Payments business, delivering end-to-end solutions.
• Ability to simplify complex concepts and develop clear, persuasive outcomes.
• Maintain detailed focus while considering the broader context for seamless project delivery.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to mobilize stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in a complex matrix organization.
• Ability to multi-task and manage various projects and assignments simultaneously.
• Openness to adopting new technologies to drive innovation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional experience. 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in Payments/Transaction Banking or Consulting/Project Management.
• Familiarity with APAC markets and regional business practices.
• Knowledge of blockchain, AI, and machine learning technologies.
• Experience with digital tools such as Alteryx.