Asset Management Equities Investment Risk - Executive Director

JP Morgan Chase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in New York seeks an Executive Director in Asset Management Independent Risk to lead risk oversight for US Equity portfolios, including Core, Growth, Value and Derivative Income strategies. You will guide decisions balancing fiduciary duties, client outcomes, and innovation.

You will lead a team, communicate risk insights to senior management and boards, and drive governance, controls and stress testing in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of direct experience in Equity Market Risk, Portfolio Management, Trading and/or Investment Risk.
• Proven ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations effectively.
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members and leading teams.
• Strong communication skills to present insights to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead development of risk oversight and governance structures.
• Analyze market developments and macro trends and assess their impact on equity portfolios.
• Serve as primary risk insights liaison to senior management, boards and external stakeholders.
• Build relationships with portfolio managers, investment directors, and partners to enable risk management collaboration.
• Collaborate with other risk teams to ensure consistency of risk practices and strategies.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing risk management team and foster continuous improvement.
• Champion adoption of innovative risk practices aligned with the organization's long-term vision.

Skills

Equity risk

Portfolio mgmt

Trading

Investment risk

Mentoring

Communication

Initiative

Inclusion

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Tools

Python

Alteryx

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Our Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies across the full spectrum of asset classes, powered by a global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management partners with individuals, families, and foundations to help them define, focus, and realize their financial goals.

Job Description

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Our Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies across the full spectrum of asset classes, powered by a global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management partners with individuals, families, and foundations to help them define, focus, and realize their financial goals.
As Executive Director (ED) within the Asset Management Independent Risk function, you will drive responsible growth by helping the firm understand, manage, and anticipate risks in a dynamic environment. You will act as the primary independent risk partner for US Equity portfolios, including Core, Growth, Value and Derivative Income strategies. Leveraging your deep understanding of markets and portfolio behavior, you will apply expert judgement to guide decisions that balance fiduciary responsibility, client outcomes, and innovation. Your responsibilities will include oversight in areas such as investment, liquidity, and counterparty risks, assessed through risk sensitivities, valuation, stress tests, and ad-hoc deep-dive analysis.
This role requires a profound understanding of Equity markets, products, and associated risks, along with the ability to lead a team and contribute to our global agenda. Your efforts will support our goal of maintaining strong controls and managing risks effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Initiate and lead the development and enhancement of risk oversight and governance structures, ensuring robust control, monitoring, and measurement of risks cross the organization.
• Initiate and lead the analysis of market developments and macroeconomic trends, assessing their potential impact on the Equity portfolios.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for communicating risk insights and recommendations to senior management, boards, and external stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including portfolio managers, investment directors, and external partners, to facilitate effective collaboration in risk management.
• Collaborate with other risk management teams within the firm to ensure consistency and alignment of risk practices and strategies where appropriate.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing risk management team, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Champion the adoption of innovative risk management practices to align with the long-term vision of the organization, focusing on future opportunities and sustainable solutions.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Minimum 10 years of direct experience in Equity Market Risk coverage, Portfolio Management, Trading, and/or Investment Risk.
• Proven ability to navigate and manage complex, ambiguous situations effectively.
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with business partners and present insights to senior management.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Commitment to inclusiveness, actively listening to and valuing diverse perspectives.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align risk management practices with the long-term vision of the organization, ensuring sustainable growth and resilience.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Familiarity with modelling and working knowledge of portfolio valuations and risk systems.
• Strong quantitative skills, prior experience with coding and data visualization tools such as Python, Alteryx, SQL & Tableau.

ABOUT US

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About The Team

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.