Trading Services Associate

Be at the forefront of our trading operations, where your expertise will directly influence risk management and drive impactful business outcomes. At our world-class organization, you'll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and clear opportunities for career advancement, all while working alongside industry leaders in a supportive, innovative, and high-performance culture. Leverage cutting-edge technology and automation to achieve process excellence and operational efficiency-join us and unlock your potential in an environment where your contributions truly matter.

As a Trade Lifecycle Manager II within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in managing the operations of the pre- and post-trading life cycle across all asset classes. Your expertise in trade lifecycle management will be crucial in ensuring all trades are processed on respective platforms, and in coordinating cash movements in and out of client accounts. You will be expected to apply your advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to develop solutions for varied and complex issues, while ensuring compliance with technical standards and organizational policies. Your role will involve liaising with multiple departments, managing projects, and driving process improvements and automation initiatives. You will also be responsible for establishing productive relationships with internal stakeholders, presenting to senior management, and managing change effectively. Your ability to influence, coupled with your market product knowledge and data & tech literacy, will be key to your success in this role.

Job responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive reviews and validation of OTC, note, and equity derivative trades, including structured and exotic products.
• Ensure meticulous reconciliation of trade details in risk management systems, verifying against official documentation such as Termsheet, Legal Confirmation, and Pricing Supplement.
• Analyze complex deal structures, assess risk attributes, and provide actionable insights to support informed decision-making.
• Prepare and present detailed reports and documentation for each deal review, ensuring timely completion and adherence to business deadlines.
• Interpret and analyze intricate trade documentation to guarantee accuracy and regulatory compliance. Identify, investigate, and escalate discrepancies between system entries and documentation, proactively mitigating potential risks.
• Collaborate with Risk, Trading, and Legal teams to resolve issues and strengthen risk controls.
• Champion the continuous improvement of deal review methodologies, controls, and tools, leveraging automation and technology to enhance efficiency.
• Participate in strategic projects focused on operational excellence, risk mitigation, and process optimization. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams (Trading, Risk, Legal, Technology), acting as a trusted advisor and control partner.
• Communicate review findings, process enhancements, and risk insights clearly and concisely to senior management and stakeholders.
• Influence change and promote best practices across the organization. Support portfolio transitions, system testing, and other strategic initiatives as required by management.
• Mentor junior team members, sharing expertise and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or related field;
• Extensive experience in deal review, trade validation, or control functions within financial services, with a strong focus on equity derivatives and structured/exotic products.
• Deep understanding of options trading strategies (vanilla, exotic, multi-leg), hedging techniques, and risk management for options portfolios.
• Expertise in risk management systems, trading platforms, and trade documentation.
• Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and automation initiatives in a trading environment.
• Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with experience engaging senior management and diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project); Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to develop solutions for complex, high-stakes issues.

• CFA, FRM, or MBA preferred.
• experience with data analysis tools and financial software is highly desirable.
• Experience with global equity markets and cross-border transactions.
• Familiarity with advanced data analysis techniques and financial technology platforms.