Sanctions Compliance and Regulatory Reporting -Executive Director

JPMorganChase; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking an Executive Director for Global Sanctions Compliance to lead the Block and Reject organization, overseeing operational execution, governance, and improvement initiatives. You will manage a distributed team across Delaware and India, drive modernization, and ensure strong controls, regulatory compliance, and efficiency in sanctions-related activities.

You will partner with Compliance, Operational Risk, Audit and Technology to identify gaps, execute remediation plans, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of operations leadership experience in financial services or similarly regulated environments.
• Proven experience leading large, geographically distributed teams, including offshore operations.
• Strong track record building metrics-driven operating models focused on performance, risk management and continuous improvement.
• Experience leading operational transformation with process redesign, standardization, automation and control enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Lead sanctions-related blocking and rejection activities with a focus on risk culture across locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting of blocked and rejected transactions.
• Oversee documentation standards, audit trails, and governance processes for sanctions actions.
• Drive operational excellence through workflow management, capacity planning, escalation handling and performance monitoring.
• Establish and monitor KPIs and KRIs to measure operational effectiveness and identify improvements.
• Lead strategic programs from planning through delivery, including governance and stakeholder management.
• Partner with Compliance, Operational Risk, Audit and Technology to identify control gaps and remediation plans.
• Develop operating model enhancements to improve efficiency, controls and scalability.
• Promote process redesign, standardization, automation and technology-enabled solutions.

Skills

Operations leadership

Program management

Project delivery

Distributed teams

Metrics-driven models

Process redesign

Automation initiatives

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC) is part of JPMorganChase's Compliance, Conduct and Operational Risk (CCOR) organization and operates as an independent second line of defense. GFCC helps safeguard the firm, its clients, and the global financial system by identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial crime risks. As an Executive Director within Global Sanctions Compliance, you will lead a critical operations function, drive strategic transformation, and help shape how sanctions-related obligations are executed across the firm.

Global Financial Crimes Compliance (GFCC) is part of JPMorganChase's Compliance, Conduct and Operational Risk (CCOR) organization and operates as an independent second line of defense. GFCC helps safeguard the firm, its clients, and the global financial system by identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial crime risks. As an Executive Director within Global Sanctions Compliance, you will lead the Block and Reject compliance organization, overseeing operational execution, regulatory reporting, governance, and continuous improvement initiatives. You will manage a distributed team across Delaware and India, ensuring the organization operates with strong controls, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. In addition to day-to-day leadership, you will drive modernization efforts by identifying opportunities to simplify reporting processes, enhance controls, leverage automation, and implement scalable solutions that strengthen the firm's sanctions compliance framework.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead a high-performing team responsible for sanctions-related blocking and rejection activities, fostering a strong risk and control culture across multiple locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting of blocked and rejected transactions in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Oversee documentation standards, audit trails, and governance processes supporting sanctions-related actions and decisions.
• Drive operational excellence through effective workflow management, capacity planning, escalation management, and performance monitoring.
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and key risk indicators (KRIs) to measure operational effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead strategic programs and initiatives from planning through execution, including governance, stakeholder management, milestone tracking, and delivery oversight.
• Partner with Compliance, Operational Risk, Audit, and Technology teams to identify control gaps, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement sustainable remediation plans.
• Develop and execute operating model enhancements that improve efficiency, reduce rework, strengthen controls, and support scalability.
• Promote innovation through process redesign, standardization, automation, and technology-enabled solutions.
• Support regulatory examinations, audits, testing activities, and inquiries while ensuring accurate and timely responses.
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reporting, presentations, and communications that inform decision-making and demonstrate operational performance.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in operations leadership, program management, project delivery, or related disciplines within financial services or similarly regulated environments.
• Proven experience leading large, geographically distributed teams, including offshore operations.
• Demonstrated success building and managing metrics-driven operating models with a focus on performance, risk management, and continuous improvement.
• Strong experience leading operational transformation initiatives involving process redesign, standardization, automation, and control enhancement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced, highly controlled environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including process mapping, root-cause analysis, and remediation planning.

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

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.

Our Compliance teams work globally across all lines of business to advise internal stakeholders on the impact of regulatory requirements and how to balance these with the firm's needs. Their diverse mandate means they also provide input on new business strategies, product lines, policies, training, operational processes, risk mitigation and control.