Payments - Executive Director - APAC FinTechs & Digital Assets Sector Lead

Jpmorgan & Co; Singapore; Vor Ort; SGD 240.000 - 420.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

J.P. Morgan in Singapore seeks a seasoned APAC leader to set and execute the APAC strategy for the FinTech, TP3 and VASP franchise, aligning with firm-wide priorities and risk appetite. You will own regional sales, pipeline and portfolio growth, driving sustainable performance across priority markets.

Lead and develop a high-performing regional team, coach talent, engage C-suite stakeholders, and coordinate across Risk, Compliance, Legal, Operations to ensure governance and compliant growth.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years in FinTechs, payment processors or related financial services.
• 5+ years of leadership experience with regional teams.
• Deep APAC FinTech/regulatory knowledge and a strong network.
• Proven track record in strategy, revenue growth and senior relationships.
• Ability to lead through influence in a matrix organization.
• Knowledge of KYC, AML, sanctions and transaction monitoring.
• Strategic, commercial mindset with strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Aufgaben

• Set and execute the APAC strategy for the FinTech, TP3 and VASP franchise, aligned with firm priorities and risk appetite.
• Own regional sales, revenue, pipeline and portfolio-growth objectives across priority markets.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing regional team with clear objectives.
• Act as senior relationship lead for strategic clients and prospects with C-suite executives.
• Drive client acquisition and wallet-share growth across Payments solutions.
• Maintain dialogue with clients and industry participants; represent the firm at industry events.
• Provide senior oversight of risk, due diligence, KYC/AML and sanctions with escalation of issues.
• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Legal and Operations to ensure governance and compliant growth.
• Mobilize regional and global partners to deliver integrated solutions and consistent execution.
• Develop sector value propositions and go-to-market initiatives for APAC.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Strategy setting

APAC fintech

KYC/AML

Client relationships

Business development

Ausbildung

Bachelor's in Finance/Economics/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Set and execute the APAC strategy for the FinTech, TP3 and VASP franchise, aligned with firmwide priorities, market opportunities and the firm's risk appetite.
• Own regional sales, revenue, pipeline and portfolio-growth objectives, with clear accountability for sustainable business performance across priority markets.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing regional team; establish clear objectives, strengthen succession and talent pipelines, and foster an inclusive, collaborative and accountable culture.
• Act as the senior relationship lead for strategic clients and prospects, engaging C-suite stakeholders and coordinating the firm's resources to deliver differentiated, client-led solutions.
• Drive client acquisition, cross-sell and wallet-share growth across the full Payments proposition, including cash management, liquidity, foreign exchange and information management solutions.
• Maintain active dialogue with clients and industry participants; identify emerging trends and represent the firm through executive briefings, industry forums and thought-leadership engagements.
• Provide senior oversight of the sector's risk and control agenda, including client selection, due diligence, KYC, AML, sanctions and ongoing monitoring, with timely escalation of material issues.
• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Legal, Operations and other control functions to maintain robust governance and ensure growth is delivered within relevant regulatory frameworks and internal standards.
• Mobilize regional and global partners across Payments, Corporate Banking, Markets, Investment Banking and the wider Corporate & Investment Bank to deliver integrated solutions and consistent execution.
• Develop scalable sector value propositions, strategic partnerships and go-to-market initiatives that strengthen the firm's competitive position and support innovation across APAC.

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 7+ years of relevant experience in FinTechs, third-party payment processors, VASPs, payments, cash management or a closely related financial-services sector.
• Minimum 5+ years of demonstrated leadership experience, including leading local or regional teams, developing talent and delivering results through others.
• Deep understanding of the APAC FinTech, TP3 and VASP landscape, regulatory environment and competitive dynamics; an established regional industry network is strongly preferred.
• Proven record of setting strategy, originating complex opportunities, delivering sustainable revenue growth and managing senior client relationships across multiple APAC markets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence in a complex matrix organization and align senior stakeholders across products, geographies and control functions.
• Strong knowledge of sector-specific risks, including client selection, KYC, AML, sanctions, transaction monitoring and regulatory expectations.
• Exceptional judgment, integrity and executive presence, with the ability to manage sensitive matters, make sound decisions and communicate effectively with clients, regulators and senior internal stakeholders.
• Strategic, commercial and client-focused mindset, supported by strong analytical, negotiation and communication capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business or another relevant discipline; an advanced degree or equivalent professional qualification is preferred.

ABOUT US

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.

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About The Team

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.