Global Payments Advisory – Vice President

Location: Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Family: Client Advisory

About the Role

At JPMorgan Chase, we are at the forefront of redefining the future of global payments, and as a Vice President in Global Payments Advisory, you will play a pivotal role in shaping strategies for our most strategic North American clients. Based in our state-of-the-art Jersey City, NJ office, you will provide expert advisory services to Fortune 500 corporations, helping them navigate complex payment landscapes, optimize liquidity, and leverage cutting-edge technologies like real-time payments and digital wallets. This client-facing role within our Corporate & Investment Bank division demands a blend of deep industry knowledge and innovative solutioning to deliver measurable value, driving client loyalty and revenue growth for JPMorgan Chase. Your day-to-day will involve leading high-impact advisory engagements, from initial client consultations to crafting bespoke solutions that integrate JPMorgan's robust payment ecosystem, including Chase Paymentech and J.P. Morgan Treasury Services. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to address challenges in cross-border transactions, FX risk management, and regulatory compliance, ensuring solutions are both scalable and compliant with evolving standards like ISO 20022. By analyzing client needs against market trends, you will position JPMorgan Chase as the trusted partner for payments transformation, contributing to our mission of enabling the seamless flow of global commerce. This position offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture that values innovation and excellence. As part of JPMorgan Chase's commitment to diversity and inclusion, you will work in an environment that fosters creative problem-solving and career advancement. If you are passionate about the intersection of finance and technology, and eager to influence the payments advisory landscape for the world's leading enterprises, join us in Jersey City to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise North America's largest corporate clients on optimizing global payment strategies to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
• Develop and present customized solution proposals, including liquidity management, FX hedging, and digital payment innovations
• Collaborate with internal product, risk, and compliance teams to tailor advisory services aligned with JPMorgan Chase's offerings
• Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to identify emerging trends in payments and treasury
• Lead client workshops and executive briefings to drive adoption of advanced payment solutions like real-time payments and virtual accounts
• Manage end-to-end advisory engagements, from needs assessment to implementation support and performance measurement
• Build and maintain relationships with C-suite executives at strategic clients to uncover new business opportunities
• Contribute to thought leadership by authoring whitepapers and speaking at industry events on global payments evolution
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise clients on compliance strategies for payments in a dynamic financial landscape
• Support business development efforts by identifying upsell opportunities within existing client portfolios

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in payments advisory, financial services consulting, or client-facing roles within global payments
• Proven track record of advising large corporate clients on payment strategies, treasury management, and cross-border transactions
• Deep knowledge of global payment rails, including SWIFT, SEPA, RTP, and emerging technologies like ISO 20022 and blockchain
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments in North America, such as Dodd-Frank, PSD2 equivalents, and AML/KYC compliance
• Experience in solutioning complex financial products for strategic clients in industries like retail, manufacturing, and technology
• Ability to travel up to 25% for client meetings and industry conferences

Preferred Qualifications

• CFA, FRM, or CTP certification
• Prior experience at a bulge-bracket bank or Big Four consulting firm in payments or treasury services
• Fluency in additional languages such as Spanish or French for cross-border client engagement
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams delivering payment advisory projects
• Familiarity with JPMorgan Chase's proprietary payment platforms and APIs

Required Skills

• Expertise in global payments systems and protocols
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analytics tools like Excel and Tableau
• Strong client relationship management and consultative selling
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for executive audiences
• Knowledge of treasury management systems (TMS) and ERP integrations
• Analytical problem-solving for complex financial challenges
• Project management abilities using Agile or Waterfall methodologies
• Regulatory compliance acumen in banking and payments
• Strategic thinking for long-term client advisory
• Team collaboration across diverse functions
• Technical familiarity with APIs, blockchain, and fintech innovations
• Negotiation skills for deal structuring
• Market research and competitive intelligence
• Adaptability to fast-paced financial services environment
• Leadership in driving client outcomes

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, including tuition reimbursement and access to JPMorgan Chase's internal training
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs at Jersey City location
• Flexible work arrangements and commuter benefits for NJ/NY area

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.