Vice President, Trade & Working Capital Operations

Join our dynamic Trade & Working Capital Operations team as Vice President, specializing in Project & Program Management

Be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of Trade & Working Capital Operations through innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence. Your leadership will directly impact our ability to deliver best-in-class solutions for our clients and drive the ongoing success of our business.

As a Vice President, Trade & Working Capital Operations within the Specialty Product team at JPMorgan Chase, you will leverage your deep expertise in trade finance and operational leadership to spearhead strategic initiatives, optimize business processes, and deliver measurable value through effective program execution. Your success will be driven by a robust background in operations, strong business acumen, a solid understanding of system infrastructure, and the ability to evaluate and communicate the return on investment for key projects.

In this role, you will direct the management and delivery of critical projects and programs that support our strategic vision and operational goals. You will influence and mentor a global team of five professionals, ensuring high standards of execution and professional growth. You will also be tasked with championing continuous improvement, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency across all initiatives. While partnering with global product, technology, and service teams to shape and implement business strategies, you will cultivate a culture of learning, inclusion, and high performance, supporting the development and engagement of team members.

Job responsibilities

• Manage and deliver complex projects and programs within Trade & Working Capital Operations, ensuring alignment with business priorities and regulatory standards.
• Provide direction and oversight to a global team, ensuring efficient, timely, and accurate execution of initiatives.
• Facilitate effective partnerships with product, technology, risk, compliance, audit, and legal teams to achieve project objectives.
• Lead initiatives focused on risk reduction, process improvement, and enhancing the client experience.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, inclusion, and high performance.
• Prepare and present project reports, recommendations, and ROI analyses to senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitoring industry and technology trends impacting Trade Finance to ensure compliance and operational readiness.
• Promote an inclusive environment to attract, develop, and retain talent, enhancing overall team engagement.
• Encourage ongoing professional development within the team.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in Trade Finance, with a strong background in project and program management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of trade finance products, processes, and the regulatory landscape.
• Demonstrated ability to assess system infrastructure and develop robust business cases, including ROI analysis.
• Advanced analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven leadership skills with experience building and leading high-performing teams.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and effective in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• CDCS certification preferred.