Trade Lifecycle Analyst

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Job Family: Trade Lifecycle

About the Role

At JPMorgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with operations spanning investment banking, consumer and community banking, commercial banking, and asset and wealth management. As a Trade Lifecycle Analyst in our Bengaluru office, you will play a pivotal role in managing change and transformation projects specifically tailored to reconciliations within the trade lifecycle category. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and regulatory compliance in one of the world's most dynamic financial environments. Reporting to the Trade Operations team, you will work closely with global stakeholders to drive innovation in trade processing and settlement workflows. Your primary focus will be on leading projects that optimize reconciliation processes, from trade capture to post-trade analysis. This includes identifying bottlenecks in current systems, implementing technology-driven solutions, and ensuring seamless integration with JPMorgan Chase's proprietary platforms. You will collaborate with technology teams to deploy enhancements that reduce manual interventions and minimize operational risks, all while adhering to stringent financial regulations. This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving and a deep understanding of the end-to-end trade lifecycle in capital markets. JPMorgan Chase values innovation and professional growth, providing you with access to cutting-edge tools and mentorship from industry experts. In Bengaluru, our state-of-the-art campus fosters a collaborative culture where your contributions directly impact our global operations. If you are passionate about transforming financial services and thrive in a challenging, rewarding environment, join us to advance your career while helping shape the future of trade lifecycle management at JPMorgan Chase.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage change and transformation projects focused on enhancing reconciliation processes across trade lifecycles
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, technology, and compliance to implement process improvements
• Analyze current trade lifecycle workflows to identify inefficiencies and recommend optimizations
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal JPMorgan Chase policies during project execution
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including status reports and risk assessments
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and training sessions for new reconciliation systems or processes
• Monitor project deliverables, timelines, and budgets to drive successful outcomes
• Support post-implementation reviews to measure impact on trade operations efficiency
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of trade lifecycle management practices at JPMorgan Chase

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in trade lifecycle management, reconciliations, or operations within the financial services industry
• Strong understanding of trade processing, settlement, and reconciliation workflows in banking or capital markets
• Proficiency in financial regulations such as Dodd-Frank, EMIR, or MiFID II
• Experience with change management and transformation projects in a financial operations environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, global team environment at a leading institution like JPMorgan Chase

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MBA or Master's in Finance) or relevant certifications like CFA or FRM
• Prior experience at a tier-1 investment bank such as JPMorgan Chase
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies for project delivery in financial services
• Familiarity with data analytics tools for reconciliation processes

Required Skills

• Trade lifecycle management
• Reconciliation processes
• Change management
• Project management
• Financial regulations compliance
• Data analysis
• Stakeholder communication
• Problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Agile methodologies
• SQL and data querying
• Risk assessment
• Team collaboration
• Process optimization
• Regulatory knowledge (e.g., EMIR, MiFID)

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for relevant certifications
• Employee stock purchase plan and financial wellness resources
• On-site fitness centers and wellness programs at JPMorgan Chase facilities
• Global mobility opportunities and career advancement paths within the firm

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.