Global Philanthropy – Associate

J.P. Morgan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Global Philanthropy Associate in London. This role involves managing philanthropic programs focusing on Careers, Skills, and Small Business initiatives across Europe. The ideal candidate will possess grant-making experience and strong skills in economic inclusion. Key responsibilities include designing and monitoring grants, forming partnerships, and conducting thorough due diligence. Proficiency in English and MS Office, along with excellent organizational skills, are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience with non-profit or social impact organisations, especially in Europe.
• Knowledge of employment and skills programs.
• Self-motivated with a strong ability to work in teams and independently.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, execute, and monitor grants aligned to Corporate Responsibility.
• Source and structure partnerships with leading organizations.
• Conduct due diligence and risk analysis for grants.

Skills

Grant-making experience

Economic inclusion knowledge

Proficiency in English

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Global Philanthropy team is part of Corporate Responsibility and deploys philanthropic capital to community partners that are delivering innovative models and solutions to advance an economy that works for all. Reaching more than 35 markets around the world, our philanthropic commitments focus on creating systems change and driving sustainable impact in three pillars of work internationally: Business Growth & Entrepreneurship, Careers & Skills and Financial Health.

As a Global Philanthropy – Associate in the Global Philanthropy team you will support the work focused on the Careers and Skills and Small Business pillars to contribute to the management, development and implementation of the firm’s philanthropic programs in selected countries in Europe.

Job responsibilities

• Design, plan, execute and monitor grants, that are aligned to Corporate Responsibility’s broader inclusive economic development agenda
• Source and structure partnerships with leading organizations to address needs in the communities we serve
• Determine success measures for these programs
• Conduct effective due diligence and risk analysis to ensure that the firm’s resources and reputation are protected
• Manage live grants to ensure that the work funded is delivered, monitored and that impact is measured and risks are managed.
• Research and identify opportunitiesthat align with the firm’s Corporate Responsibility strategy, with a particular focus on selected markets in Europe, to support the development of the local grant-making strategy.
• Support the development of materials for internal and external use that tell a compelling story of the outcomes of our philanthropic initiatives and elevate key collaboration with the broader firm.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop the philanthropic Business Growth and Entrepreneurship strategy for EMEA and contribute to Corporate Responsibility’s broader inclusive economic development agenda.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Work experience of grant-making and/or experience working with non-profit or social impact organisations particularly in European countries.
• Experience and/or knowledge of economic inclusion topics, in particular employment & skills and/or entrepreneurship programs.
• Proficiency in English (written and oral communications skills)
• Self-motivated and ability to work both in a team as well as in independent context
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to prioritise
• Capable of working under pressure and against tight deadlines
• Ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels and on complex issues
• Good balance of analytical, commercial and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent and efficient MS office user, especially PowerPoint, Word and Excel skills.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proficiency in other European language (particularly Italian, French or Spanish) would be considered a strong asset.