Commodities Control Manager - Vice President

JPMorgan Chase; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase & Co. in Houston seeks a senior risk & controls professional to strengthen the risk culture across trading, business management, operations, and technology.

You will identify operational risks, design controls, and drive governance across front office and control functions to support growth and compliance. The role emphasizes collaboration, analytical problem solving, and independent project execution, with responsibility for dashboards and governance forums to inform senior

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of operational risks and controls.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Investigative mindset with ability to see issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Identify and manage operational and conduct risk related to trading derivatives and commodities.
• Review initiatives to ensure proper controls are implemented.
• Coordinate onboarding of traders to venues and platforms.
• Assess end-to-end control environment and drive best practices.
• Lead front office supervisory controls, attestations, and exception management.
• Run risk programs like RCSA, risk event reporting, and governance meetings.
• Participate in control projects and present monthly dashboards to senior management.
• Lead audits and regulatory exams in partnership with the business.
• Build strong relationships with front-office, business managers, and control teams.
• Foster cross-team dialogue and implement solutions effectively.

Skills

Operational risk

Controls design

Risk assessment

Root cause analysis

Communication

Project management

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join our Houston-based team and help shape the future of energy markets. As a key partner, you'll collaborate across trading, business management, operations, and technology to build a proactive risk and control culture. We value strategic thinkers who thrive in dynamic environments and are passionate about driving growth and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and manage operational and conduct risk related to trading financial OTC derivatives, listed futures, and physical commodities.
• Review new and amended business initiatives to ensure appropriate controls are implemented.
• Coordinate the setup of traders onto trading venues and energy platforms, and implement requirements defined by these platforms.
• Assess the end-to-end control environment and resolve control issues, developing "best practice" standards.
• Facilitate execution of Front Office supervisory controls, attestations, and exception management.
• Execute control programs such as Risk & Control Self Assessments, Risk Event Reporting, Executive Governance meetings, and Control Forums.
• Participate in projects sponsored by Business Control Managers, operating as project manager or consultant on key control initiatives.
• Prepare and present the monthly Control Dashboard and Business Control Committee updates for senior management.
• Lead and coordinate audits, control testing, and regulatory exams or inquiries in partnership with the business.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with front-office personnel, business managers, control managers, and other business-aligned functions.
• Foster dialogue and effective implementation of solutions across teams.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Deep understanding of operational risks and controls, with ability to design, implement, and monitor effective control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; conduct risk assessments, root cause analysis, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Investigative mindset, able to see issues both at a high-level and in detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; convey complex information simply to diverse stakeholders.
• Polished interpersonal skills; effectively challenge and build consensus across the organization.
• Self-starter able to work independently and proactively find answers.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and deliver timely results.
• Act with confidence and good judgement; address conflicts and elevate issues as appropriate.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Commodities (Physical Energy) knowledge beneficial.
• Relevant financial services experience in controls, audit, quality assurance, risk management, compliance, or governance.
• Proficient knowledge of control and risk management concepts; ability to design, create, and evaluate a Risk & Control Self-Assessment.
• Prior exposure to Front Office Trading beneficial.
• Broad knowledge of FERC and ISO rules beneficial.

To be eligible for this role, you MUST BE AUTHORIZED to work in the United States. We DO NOT offer any type of employment-based immigration sponsorship for this role. Likewise, JPMorgan Chase & Co. will not provide any assistance or sign any documentation in support of any other form of immigration sponsorship or benefit, including optional practical training (OPT) or curricular practical training (CPT).

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'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.