Commercial and Investment Bank Compliance Risk Framework Specialist - Vice President

J.P. Morgan; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Strategic Leader in Compliance and Operational Risk. This role involves driving compliance programs, enhancing risk management frameworks, and collaborating with senior management. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience and strong skills in communication and project management. This position offers a dynamic environment and opportunities for process improvement.

Qualifications

• 8 years of financial services experience in controls, audit, quality assurance, risk management, regulation, or compliance.
• Ability to engage executive audiences and deliver impactful presentations.
• Disciplined approach to process improvement focusing on oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of compliance programs.
• Collaborate to maintain high-quality processes and effective risk oversight.
• Drive and influence the framework strategy for operational efficiency.

Skills

Financial services experience in controls

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong process analysis and control design

Project management skills

Ability to analyze complex issues

Strong organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)

Job description

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of risk and compliance innovation within the Commercial & Investment Bank. As a strategic leader, you will shape the future of our control environment and make a meaningful impact on business operations. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with senior leaders and influence firmwide standards. You will be empowered to drive process efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Be part of a team where your expertise and insights are valued and make a difference every day.

As a Strategic Leader in the Compliance and Operational Risk Framework Team, you will orchestrate business-as-usual control activities and drive key frameworks within the Commercial & Investment Bank. You will collaborate with senior management and business partners to enhance process efficiency and risk management. In this role, you will foster cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement. Your contributions will help shape the strategic direction of our control environment and support the delivery of high-quality, reliable processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and ongoing monitoring of OLO, Tier II, and LRCM Programs within CIB, ensuring alignment with firmwide standards and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with Firmwide OLO Legal and Central Teams and CIB Control Managers to maintain high-quality processes and effective risk oversight
• Drive and influence the framework and strategy for OLO, Tier II, and LRCM, enabling effective management and monitoring in partnership with business teams
• Foster collaboration and communication across CIB businesses and functions to enhance operational efficiency
• Ensure continuous improvement of framework-related processes and tools, focusing on strategic monitoring and oversight
• Influence updates to firmwide standards and procedures for CIB, providing training and subject matter expertise to Control Managers
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiencies, best practices, and strategic risk management
• Deliver executive reporting and analytics, identifying trends and insights to support strategic decisions
• Ensure data quality and reliability in all reporting activities
• Manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment with strong organizational skills
• Create impactful executive presentations using Microsoft Office Suite

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 8 years of financial services experience in controls, audit, quality assurance, risk management, regulation, or compliance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to influence and engage executive audiences
• Strong process analysis and control design acumen
• Proven project management skills with experience leading strategic initiatives in large organizations
• Ability to analyze complex issues, recommend solutions, and communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities
• Disciplined approach to process and control improvement, focusing on monitoring and oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio)
• Experience delivering executive-level reporting and analytics

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Solid understanding of CIB products, including Markets, Payments, Banking, and Securities Services
• Experience in a legal or regulatory function, or formal legal training
• Effective mentoring and team development skills
• Experience in a leadership or managerial role
• Familiarity with strategic risk management practices
• Knowledge of best practices in control frameworks
• Experience facilitating cross-functional collaboration