Global Equities Project Manager - Senior Associate

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in the City of Westminster is seeking a Project Manager to lead transformative projects in Equities Operations. The ideal candidate will manage complex, cross-functional projects and ensure elite project governance while collaborating with various departments like Technology and Finance. Applicants should have over 4 years of project management experience, strong analytical skills, and effective communication abilities. This role offers significant opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in managing complex projects from inception to execution.
• Ability to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills in project management.
• Experience in project governance and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex projects across Equities.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans with appropriate resources.
• Communicate progress, risks and issues to diverse stakeholders.

Skills

Project management expertise

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal communication

Presentation skills

Job description

Elevate your career as a Project Manager with us, where your leadership will drive transformative projects and shape the future of our industry. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and mobility. Leverage your expertise in project management to make a tangible impact, while enjoying a supportive environment that champions your success. Be part of a company that invests in your development and celebrates your achievements. Your next big career move starts here! As a Project Manager within Global Equities at JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing strategic programs and initiatives from conception to execution. Equities Operations spans multiple business units within the Corporate Investment Bank, including: Global Clearing, Equities Derivatives Group, Cash Equities, Prime Cash, Synthetics, and Stock Borrow Loan. The Equities Operations Transformation team manages the end-to-end implementation of projects from industry-driven change, digital solutions, automation and business expansion globally. Your work will have a significant impact on and involve collaborating with various departments, including the Equities Businesses, Technology, Product Development, Finance, and Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects, across Equities, to deliver results aligned with business strategy.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, ensuring appropriate resources are assigned, milestones are met.
• Maintain a robust and auditable governance process to ensure accurate and timely delivery of overall project.
• Regularly communicate progress, update, risks and issues to a diverse group of stakeholders.
• Ensure all projects are completed in accordance with all Risk, Control, and other relevant firm-wide guidelines, maintaining our control environment.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in managing or leading complex projects or programs from inception to execution, demonstrated through 4+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to apply advanced analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills in a project management context.
• Experience in project governance and stakeholder management.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective presentation skills, at all level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of financial markets or related financial services.
• Knowledge of Equities' markets and products.
• Understanding of Derivatives.
• Experience of Operations.
• Automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies.

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, J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.