Private Equity / Hedge Fund Sr. Associate - Alternatives Middle Office

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an Alternatives Middle Office central point of contact, you will spend every day defining, transforming, and delivering solutions for the rapidly expanding Private Equity and Hedge Fund businesses within JPMorgan Asset Management - Alternatives. Demonstrating strategic thought leadership, you will leverage your experience and deep understanding of supporting an Alternatives platform to deliver streamlined solutions and operating model support for all stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert in resolving problems for the business and enhancing processes by coordinating with all external and internal stakeholders (Risk, Legal, Compliance, Finance)
• Participate in technology initiatives – revamp legacy processes, implement new systems, and proactively look for means of automation, efficiencies and scalabilities
• Vendor management (fund administrator, custodian, auditor, etc.)
• Act as a central point of contact for Middle Office Portfolio Managers, Client Account Managers, Business Managers, and Controllers
• Manage control testing and internal audits
• Provide Middle Office support for the business unit by assessing / improving operating model for current platform, new Fund launches, and other initiatives
• Liaise with all Operations’ teams - treasury operations, fee billing, Regulatory reporting

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work in a deadline oriented environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the ability to interact with all levels of the organization
• Detail oriented including strong documentation skills
• A strong understanding of the lifecycle of Alternatives / Private Equity & Hedge Funds
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing business and technical environment
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and decision making abilities

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Ability to think about processes and impacts in a non-linear fashion
• Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to work independently as well as be able to effectively work on a team
• 4 - 8 years of previous Alternatives / Private Equity / Hedge Fund Middle Office experience from a fund, fund administrator, or other relevant financial services experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance

ABOUT US

JPMorgan Chase & Co., one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

ABOUT THE TEAM

J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.