Payments Industry Advocacy - Senior Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Harness your expertise to build pivotal relationships, identify areas of improvement, increase efficiencies, and lead our products to their launch.

 

As a Senior Market and Product Expansion Associate in Payments Industry Advocacy, you will help shape our point of view and the firmwide advocacy strategy for Payments. You work across the organization, build critical relationships, and prepare the products to go to market. You will also support the development and execution of advocacy strategies to engage with policymakers and regulators, contributing JPMorgan Payments' expertise to evolving industry and regulatory frameworks.

JPMorgan Payments actively participates in and leads a significant change agenda through our PaymentsIndustry Advocacy team. The objective of the team is to influence and advise Payments product owners and Firmwide stakeholders on emerging global payments industry and public policy trends, as well as related and product opportunities. 

 Job responsibilities

• Develops a strong understanding of our products and services to effectively tailor collateral to specific markets
• Evaluate market and regulatory trends, and relevant client and industry developments, and present insights and recommendations to senior leaders across the firm
• Builds and maintains working relationships with stakeholders across distinct functions including Legal, Risk, Compliance Operations, and Technology
• Draft briefing memos and strategic presentations to effectively convey JPM Payments insights and point of view for internal and external audiences 
• Partner with internal stakeholders and clients to understand challenges, regulatory priorities, and operational realities; translate insights into advocacy positions, messaging, and engagement strategies 

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 3+ years of experience or equivalent expertise working in Government Relations / Public Policy, Product, Technology, or Project Management
• Developing knowledge of risk management and controls, regional and local nuances, and governance requirements
• Strong understanding of the payments landscape, business models, and regulatory environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze opportunities and challenges, recommend solutions, and communicate effectively (both verbal and written)
• Working knowledge of public policy and regulatory change, including regional and local nuances
• Experience in developing advocacy positions, messaging, and engagement strategies 
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in consulting and strategy, with ability to contribute to successful strategy recommendations for financial services companies
• Experience engaging with policymakers, industry associations, standards bodies, and public consultations
   

ABOUT US

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world's most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

ABOUT THE TEAM

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.