Location: Newark, DE, United States

The Markets Asset Servicing Team is responsible for the processing of global income and Corporate Actions events across multiple securities types, including equities and fixed income products held by the firm and its clients. Team members work closely with trading desks, middle office, finance teams, and settlements, gaining insight into other operations and a high-level understanding of J.P. Morgan’s diverse product range.

As a Vice President within the Markets Asset Servicing Team, you will provide strong leadership to drive the team’s success in processing global income and corporate actions. You will oversee complex event management, champion strategic initiatives, and lead cross-functional projects. This role requires exceptional project management skills, the ability to inspire and develop others, and a proven track record of delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and direction to a team of associate(s), fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Manage, mentor, and develop team members, ensuring high performance and professional growth.
• Lead complex projects and strategic initiatives, coordinating resources and stakeholders to achieve objectives on time and within budget.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex issues and high-risk events, demonstrating sound judgment and decision-making. 
• Liaise regularly with Front and Middle Offices, Depositories, Global Custodians, and market counterparties to resolve complex queries and ensure smooth operations.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, control, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and timely completion of all reporting requirements.
• Present operational metrics, project updates, and insights to senior management.
• Oversee risk management and ensure adherence to firm-wide policies and procedures.
• Lead or participate in strategic projects, including industry mandates and client-driven initiatives.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, or equivalent
• 7 years of experience in asset servicing or securities operations, with proven leadership and project management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Deep understanding of the transaction/trade lifecycle and global corporate actions.
• Strong risk and control mindset; experience implementing mitigating controls.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building abilities, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
• Series 99 license required, you must acquire the Series 99 certification within the first 120 days
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

 

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Experience with relevant industry systems preferred

 

Final Job Grade and officer title will be determined at time of offer and may differ from this posting.

Please note this role is not eligible for employer immigration sponsorship. 

 

Drive accurate and timely corporate action processing, collaborating to deliver exceptional client service and risk control