Global Equities Project Manager - Senior Associate

Testing Site - JPMC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase is seeking a Project Manager within Global Equities to lead and manage strategic programs from conception to execution. You will collaborate with Equities Operations Transformation and multiple business units to drive end-to-end delivery of complex initiatives.

The role requires strong governance, stakeholder management and communication skills, along with knowledge of financial markets and a track record of delivering on strategic PM programs.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading complex programs from inception to execution.
• Knowledge of financial markets or related financial services.
• Experience in project governance and stakeholder management.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective presentation skills at all levels.
• Demonstrated analytic and problem-solving abilities in a PM context.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects across Equities and Prime to deliver results aligned with business strategy.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans with appropriate resources and milestones.
• Maintain governance processes for accurate, timely delivery and auditable records.
• Regularly communicate progress, risks and issues to diverse stakeholders.
• Ensure projects comply with risk, control and firm-wide guidelines.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk & governance

Communication skills

Financial markets knowledge

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 JPMorgan Chase, 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, Prime 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.. You will apply your broad knowledge of project management principles and practices, leveraging your skills in cross-functional collaboration to drive success.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of complex, cross-functional projects, across Equities and Prime, 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.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

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

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Understanding of Equity Finance / Prime Brokerage business.
• Knowledge of Equity Swap products (e.g. Total Return Swaps) an advantage.
• 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.