EMEA HR Regulatory Affairs, Executive Director

JPMorganChase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Executive Director for their EMEA HR Regulatory Affairs team in Greater London. The role involves managing HR regulatory activities, developing compliance processes, and engaging with stakeholders. Candidates must bring extensive experience in regulatory roles, strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, and excellent communication skills. This high-impact position offers the opportunity to influence governance and drive strategic initiatives within the company.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a financial services environment in regulatory roles.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks impacting HR policies.
• Excellent drafting skills and stakeholder management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end execution for HR regulatory activities.
• Develop region-wide HR regulatory processes and policies.
• Lead the HR regulatory change Book of Work.

Skills

Experience in regulatory roles

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks

Drafting and documentation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Project management

Job description

Join our dynamic EMEA HR Regulatory Affairs team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HR regulatory compliance across the region. In this high-impact leadership position, you’ll drive strategic initiatives, guide the interpretation and implementation of complex financial regulations, and influence governance at the highest levels. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are passionate about making a difference across the employee lifecycle, we invite you to bring your expertise and leadership to our team.

As an Executive Director in the EMEA HR Regulatory Affairs team, you will be responsible for end‑to‑end execution across a significant portfolio of HR regulatory activity and initiatives in the region. You will guide the interpretation and implementation of financial regulations that impact the employee lifecycle, including performance development and compensation, as well as participating in regional and Board‑level governance.

Job Responsibilities

• Report directly to the International Head of HR Regulatory Affairs and a member of the International HR Regulatory leadership team.
• Manage end‑to‑end execution for a significant portfolio of HR regulatory activity and initiatives in the region.
• Develop and oversee a number of region‑wide HR regulatory processes and policies, with a focus on compensation.
• Lead the regional HR regulatory change Book of Work, ensuring timely and effective implementation.
• Provide oversight of regional HR Controls and Audit activity while maintaining key regional relationships with control function partners.
• Drive ad hoc projects both within the region and with international and global partners.
• Represent HR Regulatory in a number of regional governance fora, including participating in Board‑level governance.
• Identify opportunities to educate and train the broader HR function, and impacted Lines of Business and Functions, on best practices, policies, and regulatory developments.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Extensive experience in a financial services environment in regulatory, strategic, governance, or control roles.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, ideally those that impact HR policies and practices; for example remuneration rules.
• Excellent drafting and documentation, stakeholder management, and communication skills, with experience presenting to leadership teams and governance forums.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and issues.
• Strong writing skills in English, and analytical data management and data analysis skills.
• Experience in project management and problem solving across multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Proactive, self‑starter with a focus on operational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Direct experience with EMEA regulators.
• Experience working in or directly with HR Regulatory, Legal, or Controls/Compliance functions.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first‑class business in a first‑class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long‑term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.