PROJECT MANAGER ASSOCIATE

Project Manager Associate - The group reports up to the WKO policy and regulatory projects group and is aligned to the business, working closely with the front, middle and back offices on efforts which are cross or multi-product/channel/geography and aligned to a CIB and CB strategy goal. The successful applicant will be part of an international team delivering key aspects of the analysis and implementation phases, initially detailing business requirements, process flows and current/future state diagrams and subsequently the role will lead to the implementation phase. Managers assume hands-on leadership roles in these high priority initiatives and work closely with senior business management to set strategic direction, problem solve and drive execution. **Key responsibilities include**:**Program Leadership/Management**- Managing multiple efforts simultaneously across a broad range of functions, business and organizational units- Working with business stakeholders to define and drive strategy and execution- Identifying and bringing together the right resources, content experts and decision makers to meet goals- Reporting progress on program charters, business cases, project plans, team structure, and governance models**Analysis & Problem Solving**- Conducting clear analysis, logical structuring, and creative problem solving on critical issues- Assessing risks and benefits of alternative decisions and approaches- Designing processes and tools that yield sustainable improvement and return on investment- Proactively identifying and addressing risks and opportunities relating to CIB as a whole or specific projects- Assist in determine whether solutions to business requirements currently exist within or outside the business unit, and if not, whether new solutions are feasible**Communication & Relationships**- Building relationships with internal clients and external stakeholders- Communicating recommendations and program status to impacted stakeholders, including senior management- Clearly articulating program goals to stakeholders and collaborators- Escalating critical issues with a focus on resolution- Track project implementation of new functionality including: training sessions, procedures, and communications of tech and non tech releasesQualifications:Key qualifications include:- 2-5+ years of relevant experience (e. G. , strategy consulting, banking, program management)- Understanding of business and management functions in global and/or related financial services industries- Experience with implementation of project management processes and methodologies in a large organization- Experience managing and working with geographically distributed and functionally diverse work-groups- Experience working in a fast paced, deadline driven environment- Comfort with ambiguity and dynamically shifting priorities, timelines, and demands- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage in dialogue with senior management- Proven collaboration, influencing, and negotiation skills- Ability to network with internal stakeholder community to foster positive and proactive collaboration- Excel and Microsoft Project skills requiredJ. P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world''s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives. 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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants'' and employees'' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.