JPMorgan Trade & Working Capital Operations - Americas Head 

United States, Florida, Tampa 

91245725

Your role involves driving continuous improvement, reducing risk, and mentoring team members to foster development. You will contribute to strategy development, support key initiatives focused on risk mitigation, oversee governance and controls, and collaborate with global teams and various departments. Additionally, you'll assess operating models, manage risk, engage stakeholders, and participate in data management initiatives to enhance decision-making.

Job responsibilities:

• Head of Americas Trade & Working Capital Operations team, ensuring effective oversight of Core & Structured Trade processes and controls, and execution of Payments Operations management agenda
• Cultivate a proactive risk and control culture with proven evaluation strategies and change management protocols
• Foster an inclusive culture to attract, develop, and retain diverse talent, enhancing employee engagement
• Promote continuous learning and development within the team
• Partner with colleagues across the firm, including legal, compliance, risk, audit, and technology, to drive consistent operational practices
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strong focus on quality, delivery and client experience
• Prepare and present reports and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and stay current with Sanctions and Regulatory changes impacting Trade Finance
• Lead interactions with audit, compliance

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• 12+ years of experience in managing operations and/or risk & controls
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or a related field/Management degree
• Proven experience leading global functions
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex information clearly
• Demonstrated experience in risk management and developing control frameworks
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of successfully leading and developing high-performing teams
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality
• Self-starter, with the ability to execute in a fast-paced, results-driven environment

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Knowledge of Trade Finance