Market Risk Coverage Lead - Vice President

JPMorganChase; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase in New York seeks a Vice President in Asset Management Independent Risk to lead risk oversight for US Equity strategies and collaborate with senior leaders. You will drive governance, analyze events, and mentor a high‑performing team while balancing fiduciary duties and client outcomes with innovation.

The role emphasizes strong communication, strategic thinking, and ability to navigate complex, ambiguous situations with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in Equity Market Risk Coverage, Portfolio Management, Trading, or Investment Risk.

Responsibilities

• Lead risk oversight and governance structures
• Analyze market events and macroeconomic trends
• Communicate risk insights to senior management and stakeholders
• Build relationships with portfolio managers and investment directors
• Collaborate with other risk management teams
• Mentor and develop a high‑performing risk management team
• Champion innovative risk management practices

Skills

Equity Market Risk

Portfolio Management

Trading

Investment Risk

Mentoring

Communication

Tools

Python

Alteryx

SQL

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

Bring your Expertise to JPMorgan Chase. As part of Risk Management and Compliance, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Risk Management and Compliance is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As a Vice President in Asset Management Independent Risk, you lead risk management for US Equity strategies. You engage with business partners, drive complex initiatives, and influence decision‑making across the team. You help us balance fiduciary responsibility, client outcomes, and innovation. You support our goal of maintaining strong controls and managing risks effectively.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead risk oversight and governance structures
• Analyze market events and macroeconomic trends
• Communicate risk insights to senior management and stakeholders
• Build relationships with portfolio managers and investment directors
• Collaborate with other risk management teams
• Mentor and develop a high‑performing risk management team
• Champion innovative risk management practices

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Minimum 5 years of direct experience in Equity Market Risk Coverage, Portfolio Management, Trading, or Investment Risk
• Ability to manage complex, ambiguous situations
• Experience mentoring and developing junior team members
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Initiative and ability to achieve objectives with minimal supervision
• Commitment to inclusiveness and valuing diverse perspectives
• Strategic thinker aligning risk management with long‑term vision

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Familiarity with modelling and portfolio valuations
• Working knowledge of risk systems
• Strong quantitative skills
• Experience with coding and data visualization tools (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.