Finance Data and Insights – Area Product Director for Home Lending

Location: Columbus, OH, United States

Job Family: Product Management

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a strong commitment to innovation in consumer banking. The Finance Data and Insights – Area Product Director for Home Lending role is pivotal in shaping the future of our home lending products. Based in Columbus, OH, this position reports to the Head of Consumer Banking Insights and involves leading data strategies that drive product enhancements, risk mitigation, and customer satisfaction in our mortgage and home equity offerings. As a key player in our dynamic team, you will harness advanced analytics to transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring our home lending portfolio remains competitive and compliant in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. In this role, you will spearhead the end-to-end product lifecycle for data and insights initiatives specific to home lending. This includes defining requirements for data infrastructure, collaborating with engineering teams to build scalable solutions, and utilizing tools like AI and machine learning to predict lending trends and personalize customer experiences. You will work closely with cross-functional partners across finance, compliance, and technology to align insights with business goals, such as improving loan origination efficiency and reducing default risks. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a data-driven culture within Chase's Home Lending division, where decisions are informed by robust metrics and forward-looking analytics. We seek a visionary leader passionate about financial services and data innovation. Success in this position requires not only technical acumen but also the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and deliver measurable results. Join JP Morgan Chase to contribute to our mission of empowering clients through innovative home lending solutions, while advancing your career in a supportive, high-impact organization committed to excellence and inclusion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of data and insights strategies for JP Morgan Chase's Home Lending product portfolio
• Collaborate with finance, technology, and business teams to identify key metrics and KPIs for home lending performance
• Drive the creation of advanced analytics solutions to enhance customer experience and risk management in mortgage products
• Oversee the integration of data platforms to support real-time insights for lending decisions
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal governance standards in all data initiatives
• Mentor and manage a team of data analysts and product specialists to deliver high-impact projects
• Partner with senior stakeholders to align data insights with broader Chase business objectives
• Innovate product features using predictive analytics to optimize home lending processes
• Monitor market trends and competitive landscapes to inform product roadmap decisions
• Present data-driven recommendations to executive leadership to influence strategic priorities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Data Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in product management, data analytics, or finance within the financial services industry
• Proven track record in leading data-driven initiatives in home lending or consumer banking products
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements in mortgage lending, including compliance with Dodd-Frank and CFPB standards
• Experience managing cross-functional teams in a large-scale financial institution
• Demonstrated ability to leverage data insights for strategic decision-making in product development
• Advanced proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Finance or Analytics
• Prior experience at a major bank like JP Morgan Chase in home lending operations
• Certification in product management (e.g., PMP or Certified Scrum Product Owner)
• Knowledge of AI/ML applications in financial data analysis
• Experience with agile methodologies in product delivery

Required Skills

• Product management expertise in financial services
• Data analytics and visualization (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• SQL and database querying for large datasets
• Financial modeling and forecasting
• Knowledge of home lending regulations and compliance
• Agile project management methodologies
• Cross-functional team leadership and stakeholder management
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Communication and presentation skills for executive audiences
• Python or R for data analysis
• Risk assessment in consumer banking
• Customer-centric product design
• Innovation in fintech solutions
• Business acumen in mortgage markets
• Change management in dynamic environments

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching contributions
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and leadership training
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness programs
• On-site fitness centers and wellness initiatives at Columbus campus
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid work options

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.