Associate II - Project Management

Testing Site - JPMC; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase Equities Operations is seeking a Project Manager II to lead strategic programs from conception to execution within Global Clearing and Prime services. You will drive cross-functional delivery, apply data analytics, and ensure alignment with business strategy while navigating risk and controls.

You will manage complex projects, communicate with stakeholders at all levels, and leverage automation to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience leading complex projects or programs.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving abilities in a PM context.
• Experience in financial markets or financial services operations.
• Experience in project governance and stakeholder management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong presentation skills.
• Experience with automation to streamline workflows.
• Knowledge of Stock Borrow Loan or Prime Broker is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of complex, cross-functional projects with data analytics and digital proficiency.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans with milestones and regular stakeholder updates.
• Apply strategic thinking to identify scenarios, evaluate impact and risk for departmental outcomes.
• Ensure projects comply with Risk, Control, and firm-wide guidelines.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Presentation skills

Automation

Financial markets knowledge

Job description

Elevate your career as a Project Manager II with us, where your operational expertise and leadership will drive transformative projects and shape the future of our industry. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and mobility. Leverage your expertise in operations management, process optimization and cross-functional project delivery in project management to make a tangible impact, while enjoying a supportive environment that champions your success. Be part of a company that invests in your development and celebrates your achievements. Your next big career move starts here!

As a Project Manager II within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing strategic programs and initiatives from conception to execution. Equities Operations spans multiple business units within the Corporate Investment Bank, including: Global Clearing, Equities Derivatives Group, Cash Equities, Prime Cash, Synthetics, and Stock Borrow Loan. The Equities Operations Transformation team manages the end-to-end implementation of projects from industry-driven change, digital solutions, automation and business expansion globally. Your work will have a significant impact on operational processes and outcomes various departments , ensuring alignment of operations with our business strategy and vision. You will apply your knowledge of project management, operational effectiveness and process improvement broad knowledge of project management principles and practices, leveraging your skills in data analytics, digital proficiency, and cross-functional collaboration to drive success. Your role will involve complex decision-making, requiring you to interpret policies and make decisions that directly affect departmental outcomes.

Job responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of complex, cross-functional projects, utilizing your skills in data analytics and digital proficiency to deliver results aligned with business strategy.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, ensuring appropriate resources are assigned and milestones are met, while regularly communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Apply your strategic thinking skills to identify potential scenarios, evaluate their impact and risk, and make informed decisions that directly affect departmental outcomes.
• Ensure all projects are completed in accordance with all Risk, Control, and other relevant firm-wide guidelines, maintaining our control environment.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proven expertise in managing or leading complex projects or programs from inception to execution, demonstrated through 4+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to apply advanced analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills in a project management context.
• Experience of financial markets or related financial services operations.
• Experience in project governance and stakeholder management.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective presentation skills, at all level.
• Automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Understanding of Stock Borrow Loan, Broker Dealer (Prime Broker)

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Direct experience in Investment Banking Operations.
• Particularly Equities asset classes, including Stock Borrow Loan
• Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement certifications are a plus