Project Manager, Third Party Oversight Senior Associate

Testing Site - JPMC; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Senior Project Manager – Associate within the Corporate Third Party Oversight (CTPO) program in Jersey City, NJ. You will lead strategic initiatives, drive cross‑functional collaboration, and implement risk‑aware project governance across diverse stakeholders.

You will define success criteria, manage detailed plans, track milestones, and deliver data‑driven insights to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of leading complex cross-functional projects from initiation to closure.
• Experience with process improvement and driving efficiency in financial services or tech.
• Proven ability to apply analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills to deliver projects.
• Experience managing technology‑centric projects with data-driven analyses for leadership.
• Strong executive-level written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects from inception through closure.
• Define success criteria and measure progress against benchmarks.
• Create and execute detailed project plans (Excel/MS Project/PowerPoint).
• Engage stakeholders in requirements sessions, feedback sessions, and user groups.
• Manage issue tracking, escalation, and risk monitoring.
• Develop communications and project artifacts to support delivery.
• Report project status to stakeholders using standard formats.
• Collaborate with CTPO SMEs, LOB contacts, and Product/Tech/Control/Data teams to prioritize activities.
• Advocate standard risk-control principles to ensure firm safety.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Executive communication

Risk management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Come join a team, where you will be at the forefront of transformative projects and help shape the future ofthe JPMorgan Chase Corporate Third Party Oversight (CTPO) program. CTPO is responsible for developing, deploying, overseeing and ongoing reporting of a firmwide oversight programs that ensure the effective use of third parties and inter-affiliates to accomplish JPMorganChase's strategic goals.

As a Project Manager – Sr. Associate within the CTPO team, you will be at the forefront of a dynamic environment, responsible for executing high-impact projects that align with strategic priorities and enhance operational efficiency. You will champion processes and technologies that bolster risk controls, boost productivity, and improve user experience. You will manage multiple strategic initiatives from start to finish, defining success criteria and tracking progress against benchmarks. Your role involves creating and executing detailed project plans, including managing milestones, tasks, dependencies, and risks. You will engage with stakeholders through various sessions to gather requirements and feedback. Additionally, you will handle issue tracking, escalation, and resolution while monitoring project risks. You will develop communications and project artifacts to support initiative delivery and report project status to stakeholders. Collaborating closely with CTPO business SMEs and other teams, you will prioritize project activities. As a proactive risk manager, you will advocate for standard risk-control principles to ensure the firm's safety.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple projects related to key strategic initiatives from inception through closure.
• Define project success criteria and measure progress against established benchmarks.
• Create and execute project plans (Excel/MS Project/PowerPoint), including tracking key milestones and associated tasks, dependencies, and risks.
• Engage and interact with relevant stakeholders during requirements-gathering sessions, feedback sessions, focus groups, and user groups.
• Manage issue tracking, escalation, and resolution, and identify and monitor project risk trends and concerns.
• Develop project-related communications and create project artifacts in support of the overall delivery of initiatives.
• Report project status to key stakeholders using standard formats.
• Work closely with CTPO business SMEs, JPMC LOB contacts, and Product, Technology, Control, Reporting, and Data Science teams to review and prioritize project activities.
• Be a proactive risk manager and an advocate of standard risk-control principles to preserve the safety of the firm.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years of proven experience in leading complex cross-functional projects from initiation to closure and bringing measurable improvements.
• Experience with process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives in the financial services and/or technology sectors.
• Proven ability to apply advanced analytical, technical, and problem‑solving skills to successfully deliver projects.
• Experience running technology‑centric projects; ability to create data‑driven impact analyses and narratives for leadership.
• Strong written and oral executive‑level communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information in an understandable, compelling, and persuasive manner at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize high‑level information into actionable insights.
• Highly organized, with superior attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiar with/interested in LLM concepts, SDLC, Bigdata analytics
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Change advocate with data‑backed point of view to unify a diverse group of stakeholders

Employer Description

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 ourFAQsfor more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

Organization Description

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Global Supplier Services (GSS) manages the source‑to‑pay cycle, engaging with suppliers, negotiating contracts, conducting risk assessments and evaluating the customer experience. Global teams support sourcing, third party oversight, procurement and payment operations, supplier relationship management and customer experience.