EMEA Corporate Third Party Oversight Governance - Senior Associate

J.P. Morgan; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join their EMEA Stakeholder Management team in London. You will manage stakeholder activities and execute governance initiatives to ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a background in outsourcing or third-party risk, and the ability to lead projects. This role offers a chance to influence strategic initiatives and support a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to influence and persuade stakeholders.
• Knowledge of third-party risk regulations.
• Solution-oriented thinker with a pragmatic approach.
• Strong judgment and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials communicating CTPO strategies.
• Represent the CTPO program professionally.
• Deliver training sessions to stakeholders.
• Manage stakeholder expectations.
• Serve as main contact for regional stakeholders.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Stakeholder influence

Outsourcing knowledge

Solution-oriented thinking

Project execution

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join a team where your expertise in stakeholder management and project execution will shape the future of outsourcing programs. You will collaborate with professionals across legal, compliance, audit, and business lines, making a real impact on regulatory compliance and risk management. This is your opportunity to influence strategic initiatives and enhance governance processes in a global environment. We value your communication skills and solution-oriented mindset. Be part of a team that supports your growth and celebrates your achievements.

As a Senior Associate in the EMEA Stakeholder Management team you play a key role in, managing BAU stakeholder activities, expectations and executing strategic project and governance initiatives. You lead and participate in projects that uplift the firmwide third party oversight frameworks and ensure regulatory compliance. You work with us to manage stakeholder relationships, execute strategic initiatives, and support program governance. You help us deliver high‑quality solutions and foster collaboration across functions. You play a key role in maintaining our commitment to excellence and compliance.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present comprehensive materials that communicate the Corporate Third Party Oversight (CTPO) program strategies to stakeholders.
• Represent the CTPO program in forums, advocating the program’s position with professionalism.
• Deliver engaging training and overview sessions to stakeholders at various organizational levels.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and support integration of program enhancements.
• Craft detailed written responses to address stakeholder inquiries and concerns.
• Serve as the main contact for regional stakeholders, providing guidance and support.
• Encourage stakeholder participation in evaluating risk and control effectiveness.
• Support change management processes in partnership with global teams and businesses.
• Lead execution and implementation of regional project deliverables and milestones.
• Establish and implement governance processes aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor, escalate, and resolve issues, tracking project risks and concerns.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication.
• Proven ability to influence and persuade stakeholders.
• Knowledge of outsourcing, third‑party risk, or operational risk regulations.
• Solution‑oriented thinker with a pragmatic approach to challenges.
• Track record of successfully executing projects and initiatives.
• Strong judgment and analytical skills to balance feedback and priorities.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate with sourcing, legal, compliance, and audit functions.
• Strong understanding of risk management and control principles.
• Experience overseeing both short‑term objectives and long‑range projects.
• Bachelor’s degree required.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience in third‑party risk management or regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with governance processes in a global organization.
• Ability to develop and deliver training materials for diverse audiences.
• Experience in stakeholder education and engagement.
• Expertise in project oversight with measurable goals.
• Ability to act as a subject matter expert on stakeholder program processes.
• Experience supporting change management initiatives.