Job summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive professional like you to join our team as Operational Risk Manager covering the Financial Reporting and Independent Risk Functions. You will leverage the Firmwide CCOR Management Framework to identify, measure, monitor, manage, report, and govern operational risk within the Asset and Wealth Management (AWM) Finance and Risk functions. You role will be critical in ensuring robust operational risk oversight and supporting safe business growth.
Job responsibilities:
- Utilize the Firmwide CCOR Management Framework to identify, measure, monitor, manage, report, and govern operational risk. Provide input for the annual Operational Risk Monitoring and Testing plan and define testing approaches for AWM Finance and Risk functions.
- Liaise with key stakeholders across the first, second, and third lines of defense, including engaging on the results of any monitoring and testing activities.
- Provide operational risk oversight, including reviewing and challenging risks, processes, and controls identified within AWM Finance and Risk functions
- Identify and assess operational risk for all new business initiatives, challenging the appropriateness of processes and controls, and determining pre-go-live requirements. Engage with the business to continually improve operational risk processes and business operating models, support safe business growth, and inform and influence risk-based decision-making. Provide independent operational risk oversight in key governance forums; escalate to committees and liaise with regulators as needed.
- Build consultative relationships with AWM Finance/Risk management, control teams, CCOR, and Risk colleagues to drive and influence strategic program decisions.
- Contribute to materials for presentations at working groups and senior management meetings, providing sufficient information to inform key stakeholders.
- Understand and assess key and emerging operational risks for the business, including staying abreast of industry news, incidents, and regulatory developments to facilitate proactive risk identification and mitigation.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:
- Minimum University/Bachelor’s Degree with at least 12+ years of experience, preferably in financial reporting or risk management.
- Chartered Accountant designation with substantial experience in the banking industry is a plus.
- Curiosity and a keen interest in understanding how businesses operate and effectively manage risk.
- Experience with risk management, control management, compliance, and audit in the financial industry is desirable.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including effective interaction with senior management.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex processes, analyze potential risks, and present solutions to key stakeholders.
- Ability to make independent decisions and work with limited supervision while excelling in a dynamic, demanding environment
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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 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.
