Custody Reference Data Analyst

JPMorganChase; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in the Philippines is seeking a Client Documentation and Reference Data Analyst to support client onboarding by validating documentation and setting up reference data for clients, accounts, funds, and securities. Your attention to detail and analytical approach will help reduce onboarding friction and support reliable downstream processing.

As a Client Documentation and Reference Data Analyst in Custody Operations, you manage and verify client data to enable trade execution and

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services operations, onboarding, documentation processing, or reference data management.
• Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on data quality and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including investigating exceptions and resolving issues.
• Effective written and verbal communication for clear stakeholder updates.
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint for tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to follow documented procedures, maintain confidentiality, and operate within a controlled environment.
• Working knowledge of custody operations concepts, including account setup and reference data requirements.

Responsibilities

• Validate client documentation and onboarding information for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Set up and maintain client, account, fund, and security reference data in custody systems.
• Coordinate account setup activities with internal partners and external parties to meet agreed timelines.
• Investigate exceptions and data discrepancies and drive resolution through to closure.
• Apply controls and procedures consistently to maintain confidentiality and data integrity.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries with clear status updates and documented outcomes.
• Monitor workloads and deadlines to ensure timely processing during peak volumes.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to reduce rework and enhance onboarding quality.
• Support change initiatives by completing assigned testing, documentation, or implementation tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Deadline-driven

Tools

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description:

Be at the heart of delivering a strong first experience for new clients. You will support client onboarding by validating documentation and setting up accurate reference data for clients, accounts, funds, and securities. Your attention to detail and analytical approach will help reduce onboarding friction and support reliable downstream processing. You will collaborate with partners across operations and external parties to resolve exceptions and meet timelines. Join JPMorganChase to grow your expertise in financial services operations while contributing to continuous improvement.

As a Client Documentation and Reference Data Analyst in Custody Operations, you manage and verify client documentation and reference data to support account setup and onboarding readiness. You set up and maintain client, fund, and security data in custody platforms to enable trade execution and settlement activities. You investigate exceptions, resolve service issues, and maintain data integrity using established procedures and controls. You partner with internal stakeholders and external parties to drive timely completion and clear communication. You contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, reduce risk, and improve the client experience.

Job responsibilities

• Validate client documentation and onboarding information for completeness, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Set up and maintain client, account, fund, and security reference data in custody systems.
• Coordinate account setup activities with internal partners and external parties to meet agreed timelines.
• Investigate exceptions and data discrepancies and drive resolution through to closure.
• Apply controls and procedures consistently to maintain confidentiality and data integrity.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries with clear status updates and documented outcomes.
• Monitor workloads and deadlines to ensure timely processing during peak volumes.
• Identify process gaps and recommend improvements to reduce rework and enhance onboarding quality.
• Support change initiatives by completing assigned testing, documentation, or implementation tasks.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Demonstrated experience in financial services operations, client onboarding, documentation processing, or reference data management.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent focus on data quality and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to investigate exceptions and resolve issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide clear status updates to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint for tracking, analysis, and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability to follow documented procedures, maintain confidentiality, and operate within a controlled environment.
• Working knowledge of custody operations concepts, including account setup and reference data requirements.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience supporting client onboarding for custody, funds, or securities services.
• Experience coordinating with external parties (for example, agents or fund managers) to complete setup and resolve exceptions.
• Experience producing operational metrics or dashboards to track onboarding progress, quality, and exception themes.
• Experience participating in process improvement initiatives that reduce errors and improve turnaround time.
• Experience using automation, workflow, or data tools to streamline reference data processing.

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.