EMEA Equity Exotics Product Controller - Vice President

Location: LONDON, United Kingdom

Job Family: Controller

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a proud history of innovation and client service. As an EMEA Equity Exotics Product Controller - Vice President, you will join our dynamic Equities Product Control team in London, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for our complex equity derivatives portfolio. This position demands a deep understanding of equity exotics such as autocallables, touch barriers, and dispersion trades, where you will provide independent validation of trading profits and losses, support regulatory compliance, and drive operational excellence in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. Your contributions will directly impact our ability to deliver reliable insights to senior management and stakeholders across the EMEA region. In this Vice President-level role, you will collaborate closely with trading desks, quants, and finance teams to perform daily P&L reconciliations, investigate variances, and implement robust control mechanisms. You will leverage advanced analytical tools to model and price exotic structures, ensuring alignment with market data and internal policies. Additionally, you will contribute to month-end processes, audit preparations, and the enhancement of automation initiatives, all while adhering to stringent regulatory standards like MiFID II and EMIR. This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a supportive team that values innovation and professional growth within JP Morgan's world-class infrastructure. We seek a proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative, global setting and is passionate about the evolving landscape of financial markets. At JP Morgan Chase, you will have access to cutting-edge resources, mentorship from industry leaders, and pathways for career advancement. Join us to make a meaningful impact on one of the world's most influential financial institutions, where your skills in product control will help shape our success in EMEA equities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily P&L analysis, attribution, and reconciliation for EMEA equity exotics portfolio
• Validate and explain trading desk P&L, identifying variances and anomalies
• Ensure accurate independent pricing and valuation of complex equity derivatives
• Support month-end close processes, including financial reporting and control checks
• Collaborate with front office, middle office, and finance teams to resolve discrepancies
• Monitor and manage risks associated with equity exotics, including market and counterparty risks
• Assist in regulatory reporting and compliance with EMEA-specific requirements
• Develop and maintain control frameworks to mitigate operational risks
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives within Product Control
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and support for business initiatives and audits

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related quantitative field
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in product control, financial reporting, or risk management within equities or derivatives
• Strong understanding of equity exotics products, including barriers, variance swaps, and structured notes
• Proficiency in financial regulations such as MiFID II, EMIR, and IFRS 13
• Experience with end-to-end trade lifecycle management in a front-to-back office environment
• ACCA, CPA, or CFA qualification or equivalent
• Ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or MBA) in Finance or Quantitative Finance
• Prior experience at a major investment bank like JP Morgan Chase in EMEA equities
• Knowledge of Python or VBA for financial modeling and automation
• Familiarity with JP Morgan's internal systems such as Horizon or equivalent
• Experience in audit support and regulatory reporting for exotic derivatives

Required Skills

• Expertise in equity derivatives and exotics pricing models
• Proficiency in Excel and financial modeling tools
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Knowledge of SQL for data querying and analysis
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving abilities in complex financial scenarios
• Understanding of risk management frameworks
• Time management in a deadline-driven environment
• Team collaboration across global teams
• Regulatory knowledge in financial services
• Adaptability to evolving market conditions
• Basic programming skills in Python or R
• Financial reporting and reconciliation expertise
• Ethical judgment and compliance awareness

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities through JP Morgan's internal training programs
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial planning services
• Flexible working arrangements and support for work-life balance
• Global mobility programs and career progression paths within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.