Trade Lifecycle Manager III

Next Frontier Capital; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in Mumbai seeks a Trade Lifecycle Manager III to oversee the pre- and post-trading lifecycle across asset classes. You will coordinate cash movements, fund managed deposit accounts and collaborate with business lines to ensure proper funding.

Lead a diverse team, drive continuous improvement, and manage internal stakeholders while delivering governance and end-to-end settlement excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of Operations experience within Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of Derivatives Operations, Settlements, Payments or Markets Operations.
• Proven track record managing teams and operating in a control-focused environment.
• Experience managing high-value, time-critical operational processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely settlement of derivative cash flows across supported products and markets.
• Manage the end-to-end settlement lifecycle, including exception management, payment release, reconciliation and funding coordination.
• Execute and oversee pre-settlement controls, payment validations and settlement risk mitigation activities.
• Escalate material operational, funding, client and control issues to senior management in a timely manner.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of managers, associates and analysts.
• Own and deliver key operational metrics, management reporting and governance presentations.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to reduce manual touchpoints, improve STP rates and enhance controls.
• Support business growth, platform migrations and industry change programs.

Skills

Derivatives Operations

Settlements

Payments

Markets Operations

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Leadership

Job description

Join us in this dynamic role and be a catalyst for success, leveraging your expertise to shape the future of our trade operations and contribute to our organization's growth and excellence.

As a Trade Lifecycle Manager III within JPMorganChase, you will be a key player in managing the operations of the pre- and post-trading life cycle across all asset classes. Your role will involve complex tasks such as coordinating cash movements in and out of client accounts, preparing funding for managed demand deposit accounts, and collaborating with other business lines to ensure proper funding. You will leverage your deep understanding of trade lifecycle principles and practices to make impactful decisions that affect our operations and financial management. Your advanced skills in areas such as process improvement, automation, and project management will be crucial in driving efficiency and innovation in our operations. As a leader, you will manage a diverse team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence. Your ability to influence and manage internal stakeholders will be key to achieving our strategic objectives.

Job responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely settlement of derivative cash flows across supported products and markets. Manage the end-to-end settlement lifecycle, including exception management, payment release, reconciliation and funding coordination.
• Execute and oversee pre-settlement controls, payment validations and settlement risk mitigation activities. Approve and authorize high-value settlements in accordance with established approval thresholds and governance frameworks.
• Escalate material operational, funding, client and control issues to senior management in a timely manner. Maintain strong focus on operational risk, regulatory compliance and control effectiveness.
• Lead, coach and develop a team of managers, associates and analysts. Drive a culture of accountability, control, inclusion and continuous improvement.
• Manage performance, succession planning, talent development and employee engagement. Promote cross-training and resiliency across teams and locations.
• Own and deliver key operational metrics, management reporting and governance presentations. Lead root cause analysis efforts and drive sustainable remediation of recurring issues.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, operating procedures and regulatory requirements. Participate in audits, control reviews and regulatory examinations as required.
• Identify opportunities to reduce manual touchpoints, improve STP rates and enhance controls. Partner with Technology and Operations teams to deliver strategic automation and process improvement initiatives.
• Support business growth, platform migrations and industry change programs.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum 8 years of Operations experience within Financial Services.
• Strong knowledge of Derivatives Operations, Settlements, Payments or Markets Operations.
• Proven track record managing teams and operating in a control-focused environment.
• Experience managing high-value, time-critical operational processes.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Knowledge of OTC Derivatives, Equities, Rates, Credit, FX or Commodities products.
• Experience in settlement platforms, cash management and exception management workflows.
• Prior experience leading transformation, automation or strategic change initiatives.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements impacting Markets Operations.

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management. 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.

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. Join JPMorganChase as a Trade Lifecycle Manager III to manage cash movements, funding, and drive process improvements across assets.