Strategic Planning-Payments-Vice President

JPMorganChase; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care coverage

Retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health support

Job summary

JPMorganChase is seeking a Vice President of Strategic Planning responsible for shaping global delivery roadmap decisions for the Payments Acquiring platform. You will leverage strong strategic thinking and analytical skills to build a program delivery strategy that delivers value. Candidates should have 8+ years in strategic roles and a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities include leading strategic planning processes, preparing executive roadmap meetings, and building compelling presentations. The role offers a competitive total rewards package, including comprehensive health coverage and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Product Strategy, Technology Strategy, Corporate Strategy, or Consulting.
• Proven ability to lead strategic planning processes.
• Experience in technology product delivery in the payments domain.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic decision-making processes alongside executive leaders.
• Develop a payment product investment roadmap for key business objectives.
• Prepare executive leadership meetings focused on program delivery.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Project management

Data analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

The Strategic Investments & Analytics group is responsible for driving an evolving suite of new platforms, products and services that process nearly $3 trillion in volume each year and power millions of businesses worldwide. The team owns the process for prioritizing and planning the delivery of enhancements and new solutions on the Payments Acquiring platform, as well as providing reporting and insights into the KPIs most relevant to its growth and performance. The Vice President of Strategic Planning will be a key leader within this group, shaping and facilitating global delivery roadmap decisions across key segments including e‑Commerce, Omnichannel, Small Business, and Embedded Payments & Services. Tasked with owning a comprehensive strategic planning process, you will be exceptionally structured in your thinking and day‑to‑day approach, with strong critical thinking skills and an ownership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leverage strong strategic thinking and analytical skills to drive decision‑making processes both independently and in collaboration with executive leaders
• Collaborate with executive leaders to build a program delivery strategy and platform vision for Payments Acquiring's Merchant Services business that delivers value to customers
• Build, implement, and own processes for building a detailed payments product investment roadmap that maximizes business success, financial returns, and achievement of KPIs
• Prepare and lead executive leadership meetings focused on establishing the program's product delivery roadmap and making key prioritization and investment decisions
• Build compelling PowerPoint presentations that effectively communicate the business' decisions, goals and plans from a strategic roadmap perspective for the next 1‑2 years
• Build process documentation with detailed steps, preparation requirements, and timelines for every step of the strategic planning process
• Use advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and visualizations, to manipulate and analyze data in a way that delivers the necessary strategic insights in a repeatable way
• Work across multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating effective project management skills and prioritization instincts
• Foster a team‑oriented mindset, leading within the team and collaborating with colleagues across the business to achieve shared goals
• Effectively communicate complex strategies and plans to diverse stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of work experience, with 5+ years in Product Strategy, Technology Strategy, Corporate Strategy, or Consulting
• Bachelor's degree required
• Proven ability to lead and execute strategic planning processes, including the development of short‑term and long‑term roadmaps, within a technology product context
• Experience with the delivery process for technology products, with a focus on aligning product strategy with business objectives in the payments domain
• Advanced PowerPoint presentation skills, with the ability to design, build and deliver compelling presentations that effectively communicate complex business strategies to executive leaders
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis, using tools such as Excel to extract insights and inform strategic decision‑making processes
• Demonstrated ability to engage and lead discussions with senior‑level stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail in designing and implementing processes, ensuring thorough documentation of each step
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented environment, fostering cooperation and being willing to take on whatever work is needed for success of the team and broader organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet ambitious strategic goals
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex strategies to diverse stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Success within a consulting firm or internal strategy team, with a demonstrated understanding of industry best practices and innovative strategy methodologies
• Demonstrated prior experience working in a highly matrixed, complex organization
• Experience or understanding of technology product delivery and/or the payments acquiring industry is highly preferred
• MBA or graduate degree in a related field preferred

Benefits

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.

EEO Statement

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.