Compliance and Operations Risk Test Specialist - Corporate Sector - Associate

JPMorgan Chase; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Compliance and Operations Risk Test Senior Specialist to strengthen our testing capabilities within the Center of Excellence. You will execute tests, assess controls, and drive remediation while collaborating with multiple lines of business to uphold risk standards.

The role requires 2+ years in risk testing, strong analytical skills, and experience in Excel/Alteryx reporting, with a focus on delivering precise, timely results in a dynamic financial environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in executing and managing testing processes within a risk and control environment.
• Proven ability to assess control environments, identify gaps, and drive remediation efforts to mitigate risk.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking, with experience in organizing, comparing, and evaluating various aspects of a situation to identify key information.
• Familiarity with risk and control frameworks and operational resiliency practices.
• Experience in proposing and implementing improvements and automation to control testing methods, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes.
• Proven track record of effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, with a focus on aligning testing efforts and communicating outcomes.
• Leading and coordinating complex initiatives through strong project management skills, including planning, prioritization, risk management, and execution within established timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to develop reports in Excel, Alteryx.

Responsibilities

• Execute testing processes with precision and accountability, ensuring all activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Assess the control environment to identify gaps, verify controls are properly designed and implemented, and determine control effectiveness.
• Utilize analytical thinking to systematically organize, compare, and evaluate various aspects of a situation and environment to comprehend and identify key or underlying information.
• Lead stakeholder engagement across Lines of Business by building strategic partnerships, influencing outcomes, providing constructive challenge, and driving alignment throughout the control evaluation lifecycle.
• Interpreting and applying Firmwide policies, regulatory obligation, standards and procedures, CORE guidance within risk, compliance and control testing environments.
• Propose and implement improvements to current testing methods, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's risk management.

Skills

Testing processes

Control environment assessment

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory frameworks

Automation in testing

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Excel reporting

Alteryx

Tools

Excel

Alteryx

Job description

Join JPMorganChase to drive excellence in compliance and risk management. Leverage your analytical skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams to make a significant impact. At JPMorganChase, you'll be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and your professional development is prioritized.

As a Compliance and Operations Risk Test Senior Specialist in the Testing Center of Excellence, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our compliance and operational risk management. Your expertise in executing tests with precision and accountability will ensure the seamless delivery of quality outcomes. You will be responsible for assessing the control environment, identifying gaps, and driving remediation efforts to mitigate risk. Your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills will be crucial in breaking down complex business objectives into manageable tasks and activities. By collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, you will contribute to the firm's business objectives and help us maintain our commitment to excellence.

Job responsibilities

• Execute testing processes with precision and accountability, ensuring all activities are completed accurately and on time.
• Assess the control environment to identify gaps, verify controls are properly designed and implemented, and determine control effectiveness.
• Utilize analytical thinking to systematically organize, compare, and evaluate various aspects of a situation and environment to comprehend and identify key or underlying information.
• Lead stakeholder engagement across Lines of Business by building strategic partnerships, influencing outcomes, providing constructive challenge, and driving alignment throughout the control evaluation lifecycle.
• Interpreting and applying Firmwide policies, regulatory obligation, standards and procedures, CORE guidance within risk, compliance and control testing environments.
• Propose and implement improvements to current testing methods, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the firm's risk management.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience or equivalent expertise in executing and managing testing processes within a risk and control environment.
• Proven ability to assess control environments, identify gaps, and drive remediation efforts to mitigate risk.
• Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking, with experience in organizing, comparing, and evaluating various aspects of a situation to identify key information.
• Familiarity with risk and control frameworks and operational resiliency practices.
• Experience in proposing and implementing improvements and automation to control testing methods, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of risk management processes.
• Proven track record of effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, with a focus on aligning testing efforts and communicating outcomes.
• Leading and coordinating complex initiatives through strong project management skills, including planning, prioritization, risk management, and execution within established timelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to develop reports in Excel, Alteryx.

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 st