Prime Margin - Lead Solutions Analyst, Product, Business Analysis - VP

Location: LONDON, LONDON, United Kingdom

Job Family: Technical Program Delivery

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are at the forefront of financial innovation, and our Prime Margin team plays a pivotal role in delivering sophisticated solutions for our institutional clients in the securities finance space. As a Lead Solutions Analyst in Product and Business Analysis at the VP level, you will craft and lead technical solutions that bridge the gap between product owners and software developers. Leveraging advanced analytics and data-driven insights, you will optimize margin processes to enhance efficiency, mitigate risks, and support our global prime brokerage operations. Based in our London office, this role is integral to the Technical Program Delivery category, where you will drive initiatives that align with our commitment to regulatory excellence and client-centric innovation in a dynamic market environment. In this position, you will lead the analysis and development of solutions for complex margin and collateral management challenges, drawing on your deep expertise in financial services. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including traders, risk managers, and engineers, to define requirements, model scenarios, and implement robust systems that handle high-volume data from derivatives and securities lending activities. Your work will directly impact JP Morgan Chase's ability to provide seamless, compliant services to hedge funds and asset managers, ensuring we maintain our leadership in prime services while navigating evolving regulations like EMIR and Basel III. We seek a strategic thinker with a passion for technology and finance, capable of turning intricate business needs into scalable technical architectures. This role offers the opportunity to influence high-impact projects within one of the world's largest financial institutions, fostering professional growth through exposure to cutting-edge tools and global networks. Join JP Morgan Chase to shape the future of prime margin solutions and contribute to our mission of powering the progress that matters most.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of technical solutions for Prime Margin products, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with product owners, traders, and software developers to translate complex margin requirements into actionable technical specifications
• Conduct advanced analytics on margin data to provide data-driven insights that optimize collateral usage and reduce operational risks
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of projects within the Technical Program Delivery framework, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations
• Develop and maintain documentation for solutions, including business requirements, technical architectures, and process flows
• Identify opportunities for process automation and efficiency improvements in prime brokerage operations using cutting-edge technologies
• Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the upskilling of the team on financial analytics and solution engineering
• Monitor market trends and regulatory changes to proactively adapt margin solutions for JP Morgan Chase's global client base
• Facilitate cross-functional workshops to gather requirements and resolve issues in margin calculation and reporting systems
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and contribute to audit processes for Prime Margin activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 8-10 years of experience in financial services, with a focus on prime brokerage, margin management, or securities finance
• Proven track record in leading technical solutions for product and business analysis in a high-stakes trading environment
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, and MiFID II impacting margin and collateral processes
• Experience with data analytics tools and methodologies to derive insights from complex financial datasets
• Demonstrated ability to bridge business stakeholders and technical teams in delivering scalable solutions
• Excellent communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership in a global financial institution

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Master's in Financial Engineering
• Prior experience at a bulge-bracket investment bank like JP Morgan Chase
• Certification in data analytics (e.g., CFA, FRM, or AWS Certified Data Analytics)
• Hands-on experience with AI/ML applications in risk and margin optimization
• Knowledge of blockchain or distributed ledger technologies for collateral management

Required Skills

• Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for data analysis and manipulation
• Expertise in financial modeling and margin calculation methodologies (e.g., VaR, stress testing)
• Strong knowledge of capital markets, derivatives, and securities lending
• Experience with agile methodologies and tools like Jira or Confluence
• Analytical problem-solving with a data-driven approach
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure for scalable solutions
• Understanding of API integrations and microservices architecture
• Risk management and regulatory compliance acumen
• Leadership and team collaboration abilities
• Advanced Excel and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Project management skills for cross-functional initiatives
• Adaptability to fast-paced, high-pressure financial environments
• Technical writing and documentation expertise

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Generous 401(k) matching and pension plan contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for advanced certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• Global mobility opportunities within JP Morgan Chase's international network
• Wellness initiatives including gym memberships and mental health support

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.