Trade Lifecycle Associate

Job Description

Step into the role of Trade Lifecycle Associate I at JPMorgan

Chase, where you'll be a vital part of managing the pre‑ and post‑trading life cycle. Your expertise in cash movements and funding coordination will be essential in ensuring seamless trade processing and operational excellence.

• Prepare and manage funding for managed demand deposit accounts (DDA’s), ensuring proper allocation of wires to client/funding accounts within the appropriate threshold.
• Participate in the reconciliation of ledgers through detailed investigation using various systems and tools, contributing to the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Collaborate with other lines of business to facilitate proper funding, establishing productive working relationships to drive mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Contribute to the review and improvement of end‑to‑end trade lifecycle processes, applying knowledge of process improvement methodologies to optimize operations.
• Support strategic projects in partnership with Product, Tech, and Change partners, applying change management skills to ensure seamless adoption of new processes and technologies.
• Understand risk management and be able to manage the issues and exceptions above materiality thresholds for resolution.
• Ensure all day‑to‑day queries are dealt with within required SLAs and escalate issues to the team leader.
• Perform root‑cause analysis for their respective clients to increase Straight Through Processing (STP) and reduce client inquiries.

• 2+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in managing cash movements and preparing funding for managed demand deposit accounts (DDA’s).
• Demonstrated proficiency in using various systems and tools for financial data reconciliation and ledger management.
• Advanced skills in process improvement methodologies, with a track record of optimizing operations in a financial services environment.
• Experience in managing strategic projects in partnership with Product, Tech, and Change partners, with a focus on change management and stakeholder engagement.
• Proficiency in automation technologies and systems architecture, with a focus on implementing automation optimization and initiatives in a trading environment.
• Exposure to business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Alteryx, UiPath, OwlDQ); comfortable working with data.

• Prior custody/treasury operation services, markets operational experience.
• Understanding of SWIFT, cross‑border payments, foreign exchange, trade life cycle, reconciliation rules and global custody.
• Self‑starter, ability to learn quickly, strong leadership skills with focus to mitigate risks and taking a proactive approach to ensure "Best in Class" results.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including a base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Eligible roles may receive commission‑based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. Additional 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.

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