Custody Product Manager Vice President

Location: New York, NY, United States

Job Family: Product Management

About the Role

As a Custody Product Manager Vice President at J.P. Morgan Chase, you will play a pivotal role in our Global Custody team, recognized as a Top 3 Global Custodian managing over $35 trillion in assets under custody. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional passionate about driving innovation in financial services, where you will lead the strategic development of custody products tailored to the needs of institutional clients such as asset managers, pension funds, and sovereign wealth funds. Based in New York, NY, you will collaborate with elite teams across operations, technology, and sales to enhance our market-leading custody solutions, ensuring seamless asset servicing, safekeeping, and compliance in a dynamic global landscape. Your core responsibilities will include defining product strategies that align with J.P. Morgan's commitment to excellence in custody services, analyzing emerging trends like digital assets and ESG integration, and spearheading initiatives to optimize reconciliation, securities lending, and reporting capabilities. You will engage directly with clients to gather insights, prioritize features using agile frameworks, and deliver high-impact solutions that bolster our competitive edge. This role demands a blend of deep industry knowledge and forward-thinking leadership to navigate complex regulatory environments, including Dodd-Frank, MiFID II, and UCITS, while fostering innovation within our robust infrastructure. Joining J.P. Morgan Chase means becoming part of a world-class institution that values integrity, collaboration, and client-centric innovation. As a Vice President, you will have opportunities to influence the future of global custody, contribute to high-stakes projects, and grow your career in a supportive environment renowned for its professional development resources and global reach. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and are eager to shape the next generation of custody products, this role offers unparalleled impact and rewards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and enhancement of custody products to support J.P. Morgan's $35 trillion+ assets under custody
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and technology teams to define product roadmaps and prioritize features
• Analyze market trends and client feedback to innovate custody solutions for institutional investors
• Ensure product compliance with global regulations and internal risk management standards
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency in asset servicing and reconciliation processes
• Manage stakeholder relationships with key clients, including asset managers and pension funds
• Monitor product performance metrics and implement data-driven optimizations
• Contribute to strategic planning for J.P. Morgan's Global Custody division as a Top 3 custodian
• Facilitate agile sprints and product demos to align with business objectives
• Identify opportunities for revenue growth through new custody product offerings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in product management, custody services, or related areas within the financial services industry
• Deep knowledge of global custody operations, including asset servicing, securities lending, and regulatory compliance
• Proven track record of managing complex product initiatives in a top-tier financial institution
• Strong understanding of financial markets, investment management, and client needs in institutional custody
• Experience with agile methodologies and cross-functional team leadership
• Ability to navigate regulatory environments such as SEC, FINRA, and international custody standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience at a global custodian or asset servicer like J.P. Morgan Chase
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as blockchain or AI in custody solutions
• Prior involvement in product strategy for high-volume custody assets exceeding $10 trillion
• Certification in project management (PMP) or financial product development
• International exposure to custody operations in multiple jurisdictions

Required Skills

• Product lifecycle management
• Financial market analysis
• Regulatory compliance expertise
• Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Stakeholder management
• Data analytics and KPI tracking
• Risk assessment in custody operations
• Strategic planning and roadmap development
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Client relationship building
• Technical proficiency in financial software (e.g., custody platforms)
• Problem-solving and innovation
• Communication and presentation skills
• Project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
• Understanding of securities lending and collateral 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 programs and tuition reimbursement
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness initiatives at J.P. Morgan locations
• Global mobility opportunities within J.P. Morgan Chase's network

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.