Job Description

Within J.P. Morgan Payments Treasury Services (TS) -- the world's largest cash management provider -- moves, safe keeps, concentrates and invests client money, and provides trade finance solutions. TS products include payments, collections, trade finance, investments, escrow and information services that help companies manage working capital and liquidity. The business, which operates in more than 40 countries, is the world's largest U.S. dollar clearer, processing an average of $3.2 trillion in fund transfers each day. More than 135,000 corporations, financial institutions, governments and municipalities in over 180 countries and territories entrust their cash business to J.P. Morgan.

As part of its continuous support to clients, J.P. Morgan continues to expand it's global product proposition dedicated to the project & infrastructure finance space. Reporting into the head of middle office for APAC, you will have i) good industry experience and knowledge to contribute to the ongoing expansion of the product design and development of the service offering; ii)leadership skills and creditability to work closely with the rest of the Treasury Services product organization, the Investment Bank, Global Coverage Banking and functional partners to further develop and promote the value proposition; and iii) ethics and mind-set to act as a business owner.

Job Responsibilities

Understand the business purpose and deal structure for new Project Finance Account Bank mandates, proactively identifying deliverables and challenges and contributing to the structuring process; partner with origination teams to understand client needs and expectations
Partner with internal and external legal counsels, coordinating the review and negotiation of governing documentation and ensuring it meets J.P. Morgan risk appetite
Interact with clients in a proactive and professional manner ensuring the highest level of responsiveness and client service
Ensure deal information is set up on all operating systems and contractual obligations denoted including client access to electronic banking if required
Ensure the account structure is properly and accurately implemented
Act as the primary point of contact for the APAC client base, providing strong customer service by responding quickly to client requests, offering solutions to client needs, and developing meaningful client relationships
Partner with sales organizations to facilitate the retention of client relationships
Provide support to sales organizations on new business prospects as required
Ensure payments, administration and risk aspects of project finance related account portfolio are handled in accordance with contractual requirements and J.P. Morgan policies and procedures
Look for opportunities to involve clients in key business initiatives

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Finance or related disciplines
Minimum 8 years of experience within financial services
Experience in legal contract negotiation, preferably account bank, agency, escrow, trust or similar contracts with strong finance document review and leadership skills; ability to review and understand financial models, budgets and other project related documentation. Demonstrated sales and strong customer service orientation.
Highly motivated and ambitious Team Player
Strong communication skills
Experience in independent decision making
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent PC Skills including Word, Excel
Compliance and regulatory experience helpful

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

Relevant working experience within financial services, preferably supporting project finance, infrastructure and energy transactions in a banking or corporate trust environment

ABOUT US

J.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. 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.

About The Team

J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.

Payments - Client & Transaction Manager - Project Finance - Middle Office - Vice President