Asset Management - Private Credit and Real Asset Investment Risk - Executive Director

Location: New York, NY, United States

Job Family: Portfolio Management

About the Role

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $3.9 trillion and operations worldwide. As an Executive Director in Asset Management - Private Credit and Real Asset Investment Risk, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and optimizing our private asset strategies. Based in our New York office, this position involves leading risk due diligence and portfolio management for alternative investments, focusing on private credit (direct lending, mezzanine, and distressed debt) and real assets (infrastructure, real estate, and timberland). You will report to the Head of Alternative Investments Risk and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust risk oversight in a dynamic, client-centric environment. In this leadership role, you will spearhead the evaluation of investment opportunities, developing sophisticated risk models to assess liquidity, counterparty, and geopolitical risks inherent in illiquid assets. Responsibilities include monitoring portfolio performance against benchmarks, conducting scenario analyses under various economic conditions, and integrating advanced analytics to support decision-making. At JPMorgan Chase, we emphasize innovation in risk management, leveraging proprietary tools and data science to stay ahead of market trends. You will also guide junior team members, contribute to thought leadership on private markets, and ensure compliance with global regulations, all while driving value for institutional clients and high-net-worth individuals. We seek a strategic thinker with a passion for alternatives who thrives in a collaborative culture. This role offers exposure to high-profile deals and the opportunity to influence JPMorgan Chase's $300+ billion asset management platform. Join us to advance your career in one of the world's most respected financial institutions, where your expertise will directly impact our commitment to responsible investing and superior risk-adjusted returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead comprehensive investment risk due diligence for private credit and real asset opportunities, evaluating credit, market, liquidity, and operational risks
• Manage and monitor portfolio-level risk exposures across JP Morgan Chase's Asset Management division, ensuring alignment with client mandates and risk appetite
• Develop and implement risk frameworks, models, and stress testing scenarios tailored to illiquid private asset strategies
• Collaborate with investment teams, portfolio managers, and senior stakeholders to provide actionable risk insights and recommendations
• Oversee the integration of ESG factors into risk assessments for real assets and private credit investments
• Conduct ongoing portfolio surveillance, identifying emerging risks and proposing mitigation strategies
• Mentor and lead a team of risk analysts, fostering a culture of rigorous analysis and innovation in risk management
• Interface with regulatory bodies and internal compliance teams to ensure adherence to industry standards
• Contribute to the development of risk policies and procedures specific to alternative investments at JP Morgan Chase

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related quantitative field; Master's degree or MBA preferred
• 10+ years of experience in investment risk management, due diligence, or portfolio analysis within asset management or financial services
• Deep expertise in private asset strategies, including private credit and real assets such as infrastructure, real estate, and natural resources
• Proven track record in leading risk assessment for alternative investments in a high-stakes financial environment
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks like Dodd-Frank, Basel III, and SEC guidelines applicable to private markets
• Experience with quantitative risk modeling and stress testing in illiquid asset classes

Preferred Qualifications

• CFA, FRM, or CAIA certification
• Prior leadership role in a risk management team at a major financial institution
• Hands-on experience with private credit origination and real asset valuation in global markets
• Familiarity with JP Morgan Chase's asset management platforms and risk systems
• Advanced degree in quantitative finance or statistics

Required Skills

• Quantitative risk modeling and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in financial software such as Bloomberg, FactSet, or Aladdin
• Expertise in private credit underwriting and valuation techniques
• Knowledge of real asset investment metrics (e.g., IRR, cap rates, NOI)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for senior stakeholders
• Leadership and team management experience
• Regulatory compliance and risk governance knowledge
• Data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI
• Understanding of macroeconomic factors impacting private markets
• Project management in fast-paced financial environments
• Attention to detail in complex risk assessments
• Adaptability to evolving market conditions
• Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams
• Strategic thinking for long-term portfolio risk management

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with generous company match
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and access to internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Wellness programs, including gym memberships and mental health support
• Relocation assistance for eligible roles in New York, NY

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.