Cib Market Risk Coverage - Associate jobs at Jpmorgan in China, Shanghai

Job Responsibilities:

1. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A):

• Lead the annual budgeting, quarterly forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes for the Technology organization.
• Perform in-depth variance analysis of actual financial performance vs. budget/forecast, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunities.
• Prepare clear, concise, and insightful monthly/quarterly financial reports and analyses (P&L, CapEx, OpEx, Headcount costs) for Technology leadership.
• Develop and maintain key financial metrics (KPIs) to measure the financial health and efficiency of the Technology function (e.g., unit cost, cost savings rate, ROI).

2. Technology Cost Management & Optimization:

• Develop a deep understanding of technology cost structures (cloud costs, infrastructure, software licenses, labor, outsourcing) and conduct cost driver analysis.
• Identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities, and drive initiatives to realization (e.g., cloud resource optimization, vendor negotiations, process improvements).
• Implement and evangelize Cloud Financial Management (FinOps) best practices.
• Manage the Technology Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Operational Expenditure (OpEx) processes.

3. Business Management & Operational Support:

• Partner closely with Technology leadership to understand business goals, strategic priorities, and operational challenges.
• Provide business management support, including resource planning (headcount & non-labor), project portfolio management assistance, and operational metrics tracking.
• Develop and maintain key business performance indicators (OKRs/KPIs) to measure the business value and outcomes of technology initiatives.
• Support Technology governance processes (e.g., Investment Review Boards, Budget Reviews).

4. Communication:

• Act as the primary liaison between Technology and Finance, Procurement, and other business units.
• Effectively communicate complex financial and business information to technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior management.
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with Technology team leads.

5. Process Improvement

• Continuously improve financial and business management processes, templates, and tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Utilize and potentially administer financial systems (e.g., ERP - SAP/Oracle, Hyperion, Anaplan), BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI), and project management tools.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Full-time bachelor degree or above in computer-related majors, second major in Finance related will be strong plus
• 3 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), Business Management, Management Consulting, or a related field
• Experience working in large, complex organizations is highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; ability to build complex financial models and analyze large datasets.
• Deep understanding of technology cost drivers (cloud cost models, infrastructure, software licensing, labor).
• Business Acumen: Ability to understand business strategy, operating models, and link financial data to business outcomes.
• Excellent English Proficiency (Both Oral and Written) and good communication skills
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to identify issues, analyze root causes, and propose actionable solutions.
• High degree of precision in handling financial data and reporting.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results on time.
• Excellent teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with financial systems (SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Anaplan, etc.) and BI/Data Visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
• Knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall).
• Relevant professional certifications (CPA, CFA, PMP).
• SQL or other data manipulation skills.

The Middle Office will be responsible for managing the Front Office relationship for business requests in KYC Onboarding, Remediation and Renewals. The position will be required to facilitate the end to end client onboarding process, ensuring all due diligence documentation is sourced and delivered to the Wholesale Client Onboarding team to incorporate into the KYC platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage new business requests received from the Front Office and facilitate the KYC process end to end

• Act as an SME and Due Diligence expert to guide clients through the KYC requirements and variation of documents which may fulfil due diligence requirements

• Conduct in-depth analysis on the ownership structure of the client on publicly available sources (not limited to company registries) or client documentation, and seek additional confirmation or approvals as required

• Work closely with the Front Oce and potentially direct with clients as required, to obtain all necessary supporting evidence to full KYC due diligence

• Follow up with Client Onboarding teams to ensure onboarding is completed within agreed timeframes

• Liaise regularly with the business to conduct workload planning, review status of key onboardings and prioritize open requests

• Frequently interact with key stakeholders such as Legal, Compliance, Credit and Operations to develop strong partnerships, eliminate roadblocks and ensure continuity of information flow across the groups

• Assist Relationship Managers with overnight screening, client exits and any other KYC related tasks as required

• Manage personal workload and priority items and ensure timely escalation of key risks/issues to management

• Keep informed of any changes to processes and procedures, regulatory change and ensure open verbal dialogue with colleagues across the region

• Identify and execute process improvements, provide guidance and support on key process and technology initiatives to the business

Skills Required

• A working knowledge of KYC/Compliance/AML procedures and standards

• Knowledge of multiple client types (i.e. Corporates, SPV, Trust, F.I.’s. etc.)

• Knowledge of financial industry with in-depth expertise in various lines of business (Corporate Investment Bank and heritage lines of business)

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong time management, organizational, relationship building skills

• Quality client focus, strong controls mind-set and strong customer service skills(e.g. oral and written communication skills)

• Prior experience of adhering to controls and compliance standards

• Ability to grasp/learn concepts and procedures quickly

Qualification & Experience

• Knowledge of KYC & Client onboarding is preferred with at least 2-4 years experience (Audit, Control, Risk, AML, and Research may also be areas of experience)

• B.S. Degree or equivalent

• AWS Practitioner and Google Cloud certifications are highly desirable
• Knowledge of federated trust models for identity and security with hybrid + public cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems

Job Responsibilities:

Security Operation

• Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, and other safety issues and prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers
• Security system management including regular check, maintenance and trouble shooting
• Provide excellent security assistance/support to stakeholders
• Adhere to all company operating standards and implement
• Remain in compliance with local regulations
• Assist country security manager on project management, daily security operation, regulatory inspection, guarding management, emergency response and incident investigations etc.

Pre-Employment Screening

• Research and analyze the background of potential and existing hires. Communicate and explain any discrepancies that are found in the course of verification to the respective requestors.
• Prepare reports concerning investigations, security needs and recommendations.
• To assist in invoice processing and submission, generating monthly metrics or whenever required.
• To be actively involved in vendor management and working with vendors to expedite screening results.
• Handle time sensitive queries from different Line of Businesses and resolve issues.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent job experience
• Requires at least 5-8 years of experience in security operation (Financial Industry preferred). Familiar with physical and technical security standard concepts, practices and procedures.
• Strong oral and written communication skills (English) to deal with internal client’s requests, questions and issues.
• Capability to work under pressure and following complex instructions
• Fund of knowledge of security system (Access control, CCTV) and local police bureau security requirement
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Capability to manage multiple tasks
• Computer skills–Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
• Able to co-ordinate with external vendors on the verification of background checks on all potential & existing hires and able to liaise with internal clients (HR, LOBs) in obtaining information, and resolving discrepancies found from these background checks.
• Experience 4 years and above. OR Candidates with 2-3 years of previous work experience in Background Screening will be highly preferred.

As a Tech Risk & Controls Lead in Cybersecurity and Technology Controls , you will be responsible for identifying, and mitigating compliance and operational risks in line with the firm's standards. You will also provide subject matter expertise and technical guidance to technology-aligned process owners, ensuring that implemented controls are operating effectively and in compliance with regulatory, legal, and industry standards. We value your capabilities and contributions and encourage you to apply your deep technical expertise and problem-solving methodologies to tackle a diverse array of cybersecurity challenges that span multiple technology domains. By partnering with various stakeholders, including Product Owners, Business Control Managers, and Regulators, you will not only contribute to the reporting of a comprehensive technology risk posture and its impact on the business, but also help shape the future of cybersecurity in our organization.

Job responsibilities

• Ensure effective identification, quantification, communication, and management of technology risk, focusing on root cause analysis and resolution recommendations
• Execute reporting and governance of controls, policies, issue management, and measurements, offering senior management insights into control effectiveness and inform governance work
• Leverages tools and emerging technology to lead the execution of technical risk assessments at a large scale across the Asia Pacific technology estate of ‘last mile’ applications and in-country applications
• Guides the evaluation of current cybersecurity principals, processes, and controls, and leads the evaluation of new technology using existing standards and frameworks
• Develop and maintain robust relationships, becoming a trusted partner with LOB technologists, assessments teams, and data officers to facilitate cross-functional collaboration and progress toward shared goals

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or related disciplines
• 7+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technology risk management, information security, or a related field, with a focus on managing risk identification, assessment, and mitigation.
• Hands-on practical experience delivering enterprise level cybersecurity solutions and controls
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity architecture, applications, data security, risk assessment & reporting, control evaluation, design, and governance, with a proven record of implementing effective risk mitigation strategies
• Ability to tackle design and functionality problems independently with little to no oversight
• Familiarity with risk management frameworks, industry standards, and financial industry regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to influence executive-level strategic decision-making and translating technology insights into business strategies for senior executives

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• In-depth knowledge of the financial services industry and their IT systems
• CISM, CRISC, CISSP, or similar industry-recognized risk and risk certifications are preferred

As a Technical Project Manager II in CIB, you will play a pivotal role in leading complex technology projects and programs that drive business goals and enhance the firm's technological capabilities. You will leverage your broad knowledge of technical principles and practices to develop innovative solutions, while effectively managing resources, budgets, and cross-functional teams. Your analytical reasoning and adaptability skills will enable you to navigate through ambiguity and embrace change. By fostering productive relationships with stakeholders and clients, you will contribute to the firm's overall growth and success. Your excellent communication skills and ability to influence others will be crucial in driving mutually beneficial outcomes and managing risks in line with the firm's policies and practices.

Job responsibilities

• Analyze and breakdown complex business, technical, and operational objectives into manageable tasks and activities, applying critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Contribute to the development and implementation of technical solutions, including identifying key technologies or platforms that can solve business goals and managing vendor relations
• Support the optimization of allocated resources, including people, budget, and technology, to effectively plan, schedule, and progress project and/or program initiatives
• Participate in stakeholder management, fostering productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and clients to drive mutually beneficial outcomes
• Assist in risk management by making informed decisions in line with the firm's risk management practices and policies, ensuring project success and compliance

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 3+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in technical program management, leading complex technology projects and programs
• Understand Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Proven ability to utilize analytical reasoning and problem-solving techniques to break down objectives into manageable tasks
• Demonstrated technical proficiency and experience with relevant platforms and software tools/technologies
• Experience in resource optimization and/or resource planning
• Prior experience managing diverse sets of stakeholders, establishing productive working relationships with cross-functional teams, clients, and managing project governance

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in regulatory-driven technology projects will be a plus
• Experience in software development or data analysis will be a plus
• Professional and Excellent at Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Project) and Business Intelligence (Alteryx, Tableau, etc.) tools

Job Responsibilities,

• Process and clear transactions and operation activities, adhering to established routines and procedures, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Handle customer/internal stakeholder inquiries and requests, providing a positive customer experience at all touchpoints
• Identify opportunities for improving the efficiency of the process
• Delivers and executes regulatory reports in line with regulatory obligations.
• Contribute to innovation efforts by applying knowledge of artificial intelligence and automation to optimize transaction processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market products and industry regulations, using this knowledge to ensure compliance in all transaction activities.

Qualifications

• Baseline knowledge or equivalent expertise in loan operation, document management.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and meet time sensitive deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor degrees or above