Vice President, Relationship Manager

Next Frontier Capital; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. seeks an experienced professional to lead stakeholder management and government relations efforts in the United States.

You will build a portfolio of think tanks, policy groups, and chambers of commerce while coordinating with Global Philanthropy, Research, Policy, and Communications to align strategies with corporate priorities. You will represent the firm at events, drive thought leadership, manage grant programs, and conduct analyses to inform strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in stakeholder management, government relations, financial services policy and/or small business policy.
• Strong written and verbal communication and public speaking.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and maintain integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a portfolio of influential third-party stakeholders including national policy organizations, think tanks and chambers of commerce.
• Work cross-functionally to develop strategies aligned with the firm’s priorities and proactively address issues raised by external stakeholders.
• Partner with Government Relations, Research & Policy and Policy Communications to develop and execute strategies that inform, educate, drive narrative change, and advance policy priorities most important to the firm.
• Represent the firm at external events and convenings to foster relationships and advance strategic objectives.
• Activate thought leadership through stakeholder-hosted events, sponsorships, and forums that provide platforms for firmwide storytelling and dialogue.
• Design, organize, and host forums/events that promote dialogue and shared understanding between senior firm executives and key partners.
• Manage an annual grant portfolio aligned with identified strategic focus areas and stakeholder strategy.
• Conduct analysis to inform decisions on strategy and investments; ensure alignment through annual business planning.
• Domestic travel, approximately once monthly or as needed.
• Manage strategic third-party relationships and develop engagement strategies to support firmwide policy, business, and community goals.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Government relations

Policy analysis

Public speaking

Cross-functional collaboration

Negotiation

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Teams

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a portfolio of influential third-party stakeholder including national policy organizations, think tanks and chambers of commerce (portfolio may evolve as dynamics change).
• Work cross-functionally (e.g., Global Philanthropy, Government Relations, Research & Policy, Communications, and lines of business) to develop and design strategies in alignment with the firm’s priorities and proactively address issues raised by external stakeholders.
• Partner with Government Relations, Research & Policy and Policy Communications to develop and execute strategies that inform, educate, drive narrative change, and advance policy priorities most important to the firm.
• Represent the firm at external events and convenings to foster relationships and advance strategic objectives.
• Activate thought leadership through stakeholder-hosted events, sponsorships, and forums that provide platforms for firmwide storytelling and dialogue.
• Design, organize, and host forums/events that promote dialogue and shared understanding between senior firm executives and key partners.
• Manage an annual grant portfolio aligned with identified strategic focus areas and stakeholder strategy.
• Conduct analysis to inform decisions on strategy and investments; ensure alignment through annual business planning.
• Domestic travel, approximately once monthly or as needed.

Manage strategic third-party relationships and develop engagement strategies to support firmwide policy, business, and community goals.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• 7+ years of experience in stakeholder management, government relations, financial services policy and/or small business policy particularly working in or with financial services companies.
• Thought leadership and subject matter expertise on issues impacting the firm's reputation and business operations.
• Exceptional negotiation, written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, considering multiple points of view.
• Integrity and strong work ethic with high attention to detail and deadlines.
• Creative, flexible, collaborative, and results-oriented with the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in Office tools: PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and others as needed.

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

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.

The Corporate Responsibility (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world. The department includes sub-departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research.