Reference Data & Settlement Specialist - FX Ops

JPMorgan Chase & Co.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York is seeking a Reference Data Specialist within the Foreign Exchange Operations team to authenticate and maintain SSIs, ensure data accuracy, and resolve exceptions.

You will collaborate across Operations, support clients, and uphold controls to prevent errors and risk. This role demands strong attention to detail, ownership, and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High level sense of ownership and responsibility
• Excellent client focus and customer care practices
• In-depth understanding of financial markets and FX business
• Excellent written and oral communication across all levels
• Flexibility to adapt to business needs
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain accuracy
• High-level analytical skills with attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Authenticate settlement instructions by completing external callback verification to ensure accuracy and control
• Create, update, review, and approve Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) per procedures and governance
• Maintain high-quality client reference data across systems
• Identify, investigate, and escalate potential payment risks or errors to protect clients and the firm
• Deliver responsive, solutions-oriented support to internal partners and clients within global policies
• Monitor workflows and controls, resolve breaks and exceptions quickly
• Collaborate with Operations teams to research inquiries and drive timely outcomes
• Apply knowledge of financial markets to support settlements and issue resolution
• Demonstrate ownership and accountability for tasks and outcomes
• Use judgment and analytical thinking to manage moderately complex scenarios
• Uphold integrity and compliance in settlement and payment processing

Skills

Ownership mindset

Client focus

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical thinking

Detail orientation

Risk awareness

Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York is seeking a Reference Data Specialist within the Foreign Exchange Operations team to authenticate and maintain SSIs, ensure data accuracy, and resolve exceptions.

You will collaborate across Operations, support clients, and uphold controls to prevent errors and risk. This role demands strong attention to detail, ownership, and clear communication in a fast-paced environment.