Wholesale Lending Services - Loan Trading Strategic Initiatives & Execution - Associate at JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. in Jersey City, New Jersey

Job Description:

Wholesale Lending Services (WLS) exists within Commercial Banking and provides loan servicing functions to all four JPMorgan lines of business. These functions include loan documentation, closing and funding, payment and fee processing, syndication loan and trade processing, credit administration and collateral perfection and management.

The Loan Trading Strategic Initiatives and Execution team is responsible for the design and execution of a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at improving the end to end process in loan originations and trading support for the Global Credit Trading and Syndicated Leverage Finance businesses. Focus areas include seamless systems integrations, reducing settlement times, increasing liquidity, increasing efficiency and reducing risk in the loan market. Key objectives include helping front-office businesses (e.g., Banking and Trading teams) explore and implement strategies that result in more efficient processes, greater client impact, and an improved bottom line.

This role will have responsibility for delivery on strategic technology and process improvement initiatives in the Loan Trading space. This product space is experiencing significant growth in an area where JPMorgan has been the leader for more than a decade.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Partner with Technology and Business groups to create innovative solutions to modernize our technology platform and drive operational efficiencies in order to maintain our position as a leader in the loan market
• Responsible for Project Management functions including keeping all deliverables in clear and concise project plan, driving deliverables, and timely completion of milestones
• Full ownership of technology product management including: Design, Requirements Writing, Sprint Planning/Management and testing as needed
• Serve as a subject matter expert for Syndicated Loan Trading workflow system and related business functions, including settlement metrics, vendor products, LSTA/LMA documents and internal system integrations.
• Execute process improvement analysis, identify issues, formulate actionable opportunity recommendations, design solutions, and quantify operational benefits
• Manage external vendor relationships, working closely to define roadmaps and enhancements to support JPMorgan's businesses
• Develop effective presentations & project update material suitable for stakeholders & business partners regarding overall project progress and recommendations/decisions
• Participate in industry working groups and provides additional support for various projects/process initiatives as needed

Skill Set:

• BA or BS degree, plus 3-5 years of relevant financial services work experience required
• Loan product and credit trading business knowledge preferred, but not required
• Experience working closely with technology teams, in a business analyst or product owner role at a financial services or FinTech company, is a plus
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills and a control mindset; Developed sense of accountability and follow through with the ability to take ownership of issues
• Strategic thinker with a proven track record of hitting milestones, understanding the big picture and succeeding in a team environment
• Ability to work independently with a hands on attitude, must be self-starter and be self-motivated
• Knowledge of loan processes and systems (Loan IQ. ACBS, Flexcube, or Markit Platforms) preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively to multiple levels of management, both written and verbal
• Strong PC skills in Microsoft Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) required

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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

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