Global Payments Advisory – Vice President

Location: Jersey City, NJ, United States

Job Family: Client Advisory

About the Role

At JP Morgan 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 advisory services for our most strategic clients in North America. Based in our state-of-the-art office in Jersey City, NJ, you will partner with Fortune 500 corporations and leading financial institutions to deliver innovative solutions that optimize their payments ecosystems, enhance liquidity, and drive operational efficiency. This client advisory role within the Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) division demands a blend of deep industry expertise and consultative prowess to navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions, real-time payments, and regulatory compliance in a rapidly evolving landscape. Your day-to-day will involve leading end-to-end advisory engagements, from initial needs assessment to solution implementation, leveraging JP Morgan's unparalleled payments infrastructure including platforms like Chase Connect and global clearing networks. You will collaborate closely with product specialists, risk managers, and technology teams to craft tailored strategies that address client pain points such as cost reduction, fraud prevention, and seamless integration with emerging technologies like blockchain and APIs. By analyzing market trends and regulatory shifts—such as those from the Federal Reserve or evolving ISO standards—you will provide forward-looking insights that position JP Morgan as the trusted advisor for our clients' long-term success. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the strategic direction of global payments at one of the world's largest financial institutions, with exposure to high-impact projects and direct interaction with C-suite executives. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation meets client-centric advisory, join JP Morgan Chase to contribute to groundbreaking solutions that power the global economy.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise JP Morgan Chase's largest North American clients on optimizing their global payments strategies and infrastructure
• Develop and deliver customized advisory solutions for payments, treasury management, and liquidity optimization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product, risk, and compliance to ensure seamless client implementations
• Conduct market analysis and competitive benchmarking to identify opportunities for client value enhancement
• Lead client workshops, presentations, and RFPs to secure and expand strategic relationships
• Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to provide proactive advisory insights
• Drive revenue growth by identifying upsell opportunities in JP Morgan's payments suite
• Mentor junior advisory team members and contribute to internal knowledge sharing
• Prepare detailed reports and case studies on successful client engagements
• Represent JP Morgan Chase at industry conferences focused on global payments

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in financial services advisory, payments, or client-facing roles
• Proven track record of advising large corporate clients on payments strategies and solutions
• Deep knowledge of global payments ecosystems, including SWIFT, ISO 20022, and real-time payments
• Strong understanding of regulatory environments in North America, such as Dodd-Frank and PSD2 equivalents
• Experience in solutioning complex financial products for strategic clients
• Ability to travel up to 25% for client meetings and industry events

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree in Finance or related discipline
• Prior experience at a Tier 1 bank like JP Morgan Chase in payments or treasury services
• Certifications such as Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) or Payments Certifications
• Familiarity with emerging technologies like blockchain and API-driven payments
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish or French for North American client engagement

Required Skills

• Expertise in global payments protocols and standards
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analytics tools like Excel and Tableau
• Strong client relationship management and negotiation skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication for executive presentations
• Analytical thinking to assess complex financial data and risks
• Project management abilities using methodologies like Agile or Waterfall
• Knowledge of treasury management systems (TMS) and ERP integrations
• Regulatory compliance awareness in payments and banking
• Strategic advisory and solution architecture design
• Team collaboration and leadership in matrixed environments
• Adaptability to fast-paced, client-driven demands
• Technical proficiency in APIs, fintech innovations, and digital payments
• Problem-solving for bespoke client challenges
• Cultural sensitivity for diverse North American client base
• Time management to handle multiple high-priority engagements

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 programs at JP Morgan locations
• Flexible work arrangements including hybrid options in Jersey City

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.