Project Manager II- Markets Ops Platform Transformation

Elevate your career as a Project Manager II with us, where your leadership will drive transformative projects and shape the future of our industry. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration, offering unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and mobility. Leverage your expertise in project management to make a tangible impact, while enjoying a supportive environment that champions your success. Be part of a company that invests in your development and celebrates your achievements. Your next big career move starts here!

As a Project Manager II within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing strategic programs and initiatives from conception to execution. Your work will have a significant impact on various departments, ensuring alignment of operations with our business strategy and vision. You will apply your broad knowledge of project management principles and practices, leveraging your skills in data analytics, digital proficiency, and cross-functional collaboration to drive success. Your role will involve complex decision-making, requiring you to interpret policies and make decisions that directly affect departmental outcomes. You will also be responsible for managing a team, delegating tasks effectively, and fostering a culture of inclusivity and team growth. Your ability to think strategically, provide excellent customer service, and manage conflicts will be key to your success in this role.

Job responsibilities

• Lead requirement review sessions with stakeholders, gathering and analyzing complex data to ensure business needs and risk implications are fully understood.
• Track project plans, milestones, dependencies, risks, issues, and deliverables, supporting timely completion and clear project documentation.
• Prepare testing strategies, manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and coordinate end-to-end testing, including environments, timelines, and resources.
• Facilitate forums to prioritize reported enhancements and defects, and support defect troubleshooting by understanding user experience.
• Evaluate existing project management processes, identify areas for improvement, and provide management-level status updates.
• Gather Management Information Systems (MIS) data in Tableau and Excel, performing data analysis to inform project decisions.
• Lead the planning and execution of complex, cross-functional projects, utilizing your skills in data analytics and digital proficiency to deliver results aligned with business strategy.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans, ensuring appropriate resources are assigned and milestones are met, while regularly communicating progress to stakeholders.
• Utilize your skills in conflict management and team building to foster a collaborative environment, resolving issues and risks that may arise during project execution.
• Apply your strategic thinking skills to identify potential scenarios, evaluate their impact and risk, and make informed decisions that directly affect departmental outcomes.
• Ensure all projects are completed in accordance with all Risk, Control, and other relevant firm-wide guidelines, maintaining our control environment.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Demonstrated experience in gathering and analyzing complex data, drawing accurate conclusions, and understanding business risks.
• Successfully implemented large-scale projects, showing strong organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Solid knowledge of OTC Derivatives products and hands-on project management experience.
• Collaborative team player who adapts easily to dynamic environments and works well with others.
• Highly disciplined, self-motivated, and focused on delivering results, with the ability to work independently.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, PowerPoint) and Jira, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven expertise in managing or leading complex projects or programs from inception to execution, demonstrated through 4+ years of experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to apply advanced analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills in a project management context.
• Proven experience in utilizing data analytics to plan, analyze, and make inferences from data to offer continuous insight.
• Proficiency in using software applications, digital platforms, and other technological tools to solve problems, improve processes, and effectively communicate and collaborate with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience in managing a diverse team, with a focus on delegation, team building, and fostering an inclusive environment.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Technical skills in Python
• Advanced Excel, Alteryx, Tableau
• Integrate artificial intelligence solutions to enhance project outcomes and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Implement automation to streamline project workflows and increase operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of innovation by encouraging creative problem-solving and the adoption of new technologies.

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

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.