Payments Industry Advocacy - Associate

Be the catalyst for expansion as you pioneer product growth and dive deep into market trends, shape offerings, and ensure compliance.

As an 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 Payments Industry 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

• Researches and analyzes market trends, competitor pricing strategies, and client behavior to identify opportunities for product improvements
• Assists in the development of collateral tailored to specific markets
• Understands and follows the defined regulatory testing procedures to confirm our products meet regulatory requirements prior to release
• Follows and assists with the development of the product's risk and compliance model
• Identifies inefficiencies in regulatory testing processes
• 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

• 2+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in Government Relations and Policy, Product, Technology, or Project Management
• Emerging knowledge of risk management and controls, regional and local nuances, and governance requirements
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• 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

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

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

Base Pay/Salary
New York, NY $88, 350.00 - $130, 000.00 / year