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U.S. Benefits Design and Strategy Vice President - Medical Benefits Initiatives

2 days ago Chicago, IL

As a U.S. Benefits Design and Strategy Vice President, you will be responsible for managing certain programs within the JPMC U.S. Medical Plan, evaluating strategic opportunities in the medical space, and acting as the Benefits representative in the firm's M&A transactions.

The JPMorgan Chase (JPMC) benefits program is one of the largest in the United States, serving as a cornerstone of our value proposition to attract and retain top talent. Our comprehensive programs include a range of healthcare and insurance offerings designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families, ensuring they have access to the best possible care and resources.

The JPMorgan Chase U.S. Benefits Design and Strategy team is responsible for evaluating, managing and implementing changes to various benefit programs (e.g., medical, dental, vision, , life insurance, long-term disability), monitoring plan performance, regulations and marketplace trends. The medical plan and wellness program is designed to meet the needs of over 180,000 U.S. employees and is recognized for its commitment to employee health and well-being. This is a full-time role based in Jersey City, NJ.

Job responsibilities

  • Managing the day-to-day operations of certain programs within the JPMC U.S. Medical Plan. This includes managing designated vendors in areas such as program administration, program performance monitoring, process changes, digital/customer experience, member communications and escalated issues
  • Evaluating strategic opportunities in the medical space, such as those that improve quality of care, access to care and member experience. This includes conducting research, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, defining success measures, and preparing materials for senior management review and approval
  • Serving as the Benefits representative in the firm's M&A transactions, conducting due diligence and developing the benefits strategy for specific transactions
  • Monitoring healthcare trends, regulations and marketplace developments
  • Partnering with internal stakeholders including benefits delivery & customer service, wellness, communications, HR technology, IT security, legal, sourcing, product and Employee Experience

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Understanding of the healthcare marketplace and experience in vendor management
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, time sensitive environment
  • Ability to multi-task, work independently, meet deadlines, and manage multiple deliverables
  • Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills, including strong presentation skills and project management skills, with a high level of attention to detail
  • Willingness and ability to innovate in order to drive fresh, unique approaches and solutions
  • Experience working in a strategic, analytical or metric driven environment
  • Solid knowledge of standard desktop applications such as MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Minimum 10 years in corporate benefits, benefits consulting or health plan/health insurance field
  • Bachelor's degree required

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Ideal to have large firm experience (50,000 plus employees)


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.

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

ABOUT THE TEAM

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

Human Resources plays a critical role in driving the employee experience, shaping the firm's culture and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are a strategic partner to the business - working with leaders across the firm to hire, develop and retain the best people and help meet business goals. Together, we foster a work environment in which our people are supported, feel like they belong and are able to make an impact through their work. We develop and deliver a suite of products and services that help make JPMorgan Chase an employer of choice and drive our business forward.

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, Jersey City, NJ
Job ID: JPMorgan-210680883
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-10-31T19:12:14

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion