Commercial and Investment Bank Controls - Compliance & Operational Risk Governance Vice President

J.P. Morgan; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Edinburgh seeks a Vice President for its Controls Governance team. This role emphasizes operational risk management, governance oversight, and collaboration with senior management to enhance the control environment. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in regulatory functions, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in data analytics tools. Join a dynamic team committed to innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in regulatory, risk, or control functions.
• Experience in governance and oversight across business disciplines.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence senior management.

Responsibilities

• Implement an effective Operational Risk framework.
• Manage control aspects of Regulatory exams and inquiries.
• Develop Operational Risk analytics to identify risks.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Education

BA or equivalent degree

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Join our dynamic Controls Governance team as a Vice President, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our control environment. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with senior management and influence key decisions across the firm. If you are intellectually curious and passionate about driving solutions, this role offers the perfect platform to make a significant impact. Collaborate with a diverse team of experts and contribute to the effective oversight of our governance framework. Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

As a Vice President in our Controls Governance team, you will directly support the Commercial and Investment Bank (CIB) Chief Control Manager in delivering executive controls reporting to CIB senior management through the Business Control Committees. You will work with us to ensure effective oversight of the CIB BCC governance framework and communicate control-related issues. You will have the opportunity to interact with senior management and partner with Line of Business (LOB), Functional & Regional Control Managers, Risk, and Compliance.

Job Responsibilities

• Implement an effective Operational Risk framework by collaborating with business and control partners.
• Maintain effective governance by managing escalation frameworks and delivering messages to senior management.
• Manage control aspects of Regulatory exams and inquiries.
• Represent the CIB in Working Groups, leading meetings and discussions on operational risk events.
• Develop and implement Operational Risk analytics to identify risks and measure control environment health.
• Provide Operational Risk advice to senior management through independent reviews and reports.
• Maintain Operational Risk Standards & Procedures by identifying gaps and leading change implementation.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Significant professional experience in regulatory, risk, and/or control functions, with business management experience.
• Proven experience in delivering governance and oversight across business and risk disciplines.
• BA (or equivalent) degree required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify key drivers and issues.
• Confident leader with good judgment and maturity to influence senior management.
• Well-organized with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent management skills, including matrix management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with large data sets- advanced Excel skills
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.

• High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with Alteryx and Tableau is a plus.
• Energetic and self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced environment.