JPMorgan Underwriter Manager / Associate II 

United States, Texas, Plano 

144885640

Principal Duties and Responsibilities (in order of importance)

• These tasks include, but are not limited to monitoring regular productivity, provide guidance on staffing & workload adjustments, and adherence to policy & procedures
• Lead team of analyst &/ or partner with counterparts to achieve department KPIs
• Mitigate risk of loss to our clients and firm through a strong control framework
• Lead process improvement efforts across multiple sites to enhance business results and customers experience
• Lead employee related initiatives such as interviewing and hiring, setting performance objectives, individual development plans, & creating a strong internal bench strength
• Provide leadership to direct reports with emphasis on staff and skills development, while reinforcing organizational culture of managerial accountability and employee engagement.
• Manage financial goals by reviewing expense reports, monthly budget performance reports, forecasting expenses, and making necessary adjustments.
• Manage risk and control in the line of business and continuously monitor compliance to regulatory requirements in all areas of the business
• Support &/or lead enterprise-wide strategies to improve business results
• Manage participation of the department in local site-wide efforts in support of engagement, skills development, & performance enhancement activities

Building Relationships and using Influence

• Sets and/or delivers a vision and can gain buy-in & support to deliver
• Self-evident interpersonal skills with the proven ability to influence and achieve alignment across a range of different opinions and interests
• Excellent communicator and listener who is able to present persuasive arguments to executives and customers
• Ability to develop consensus within a matrix-managed organizational climate of diverse operational activities

Executing for Results

• Confronts and escalates issues and barriers head-on and with an appropriate sense of urgency
• Sets strategy and drives execution. Translates strategy into clear actions for the team to achieve organizational results
• Possesses an extensive and distinctive delivery track record
• Translates the mission of the organization into actionable, quantitative plans
• Possesses high levels of positive energy and endurance
• Rigorously holds oneself and others accountable for achieving high levels of individual and organizational performance
• Demonstrated ability with strategic thinking and ability to influence decisions and business direction

Business Acumen& Domain Knowledge

• Strong analytical skills, strategic
• Consistently evaluates decisions in terms of impact to the business
• Translates hidden opportunity in an organization into results
• Experience with Call/Contact Centers, Business Strategy and Operations management

Technical Skills

• Must demonstrate prior work history and experience using an extensive suite of tools and systems to manage day-to-day operations
• Ability to present complex information in an understandable and compelling manner
• Experience with statistical / trend analysis including merging multiple data points, creating ad hoc reports and translating results into strategy is required

Knowledge and Experience

Four-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred

• Preferred operations management and leadership experience including international management experience
• Experience in financial services is preferred
• Strong knowledge of payments industry a plus
• Proven track record of driving performance and working with cross functional teams
• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success in managing complex operational functions for world class performance
• Proficient in setting strategic direction and execution. Proven ability to deliver business results and demonstrate continuous improvement. Experienced at implementing positive change across multiple functional groups, and implementing innovative solutions as appropriate