EMEA Structured Origination – Transaction Coordination Group Manager

Testing Site - JPMC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Testing Site - JPMC in London is seeking an experienced leader to head the EMEA Structured Origination – Transaction Coordination Group within Wholesale Lending Operations. You will set strategic direction and empower a team to manage the full lifecycle of complex syndicated and bilateral loans.

You will collaborate with senior leaders, drive process improvements, ensure robust governance, and deliver measurable business results across cross‑regional and remote teams while aligning with the

Qualifications

• Expertise in Loan Operations and advanced operational risk management.
• Proven leadership of high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to motivate, empower, and develop talent to achieve results.
• Strategic implementation of major change initiatives and continuous improvement.
• Strong relationship-building across a wide range of stakeholders.
• Clear, adaptive communication tailored to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency, risk management, and control standards.
• Establish, monitor, and report on KPIs and control metrics.
• Ensure robust governance and control frameworks through reviews and audits.
• Deliver measurable business results, including financial performance and efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional coordination of pre-closing with senior stakeholders.
• Represent the function in executive groups focused on performance and innovation.
• Guide and support remote and cross-regional teams for growth.
• Develop succession planning to build future leaders.

Skills

Loan operations

Operational risk management

Team leadership

Talent development

Change management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Technology-driven improvements

Strategic thinking

Organisational transformation

Job description

Ready to make an impact in global lending? Join us to lead a talented team, shape operational strategy, and deliver innovative client solutions.

As an EMEA Structured Origination – Transaction Coordination Group Manager in Wholesale Lending Operations, you will provide strategic direction and empower your team to manage the full lifecycle of complex syndicated and bilateral loans. You will collaborate with senior leaders, drive process improvements, and ensure seamless execution for high‑profile transactions. Your leadership will be key to delivering best‑in‑class service and supporting the firm’s strategic objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement in process efficiency, risk management, and control standards.
• Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators and control metrics for operational effectiveness and client satisfaction.
• Ensure robust governance and control frameworks through regular reviews and audits.
• Assume accountability for delivering measurable business results, including financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Lead cross‑functional coordination of pre‑closing requirements with senior stakeholders across multiple business units.
• Represent the function in executive working groups focused on performance, efficiency, and innovation.
• Guide and support remote and cross‑regional teams, evaluating opportunities for growth and development.
• Develop and implement succession planning strategies to build a robust pipeline of future leaders.
• Partner with technology and transformation leaders to reimagine workflows, tools, and reporting mechanisms for enhanced efficiency.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Expertise in Loan Operations and advanced operational risk management.
• Record of leadership of high‑performing teams in complex, fast‑paced environments.
• Proven ability to motivate, empower, and develop talent to achieve exceptional results.
• Strategic implementation of major change initiatives and a strong drive for continuous improvement.
• Exceptional relationship‑building skills with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Clear, adaptive communication tailored to diverse audiences and business needs.
• Influential presence and effective engagement at all organizational levels.
• Practical application of expert operational risk management throughout the loan lifecycle.
• Strategic thinker with a background in organisational transformation.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks in loan operations.
• Track record in technology‑driven process enhancements.