We are looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Party Reference Data Change Management Team as a VP - Data Transformation Lead. In this exciting role, you will take the lead on projects that support strategic and business change initiatives aligned with our Reference Data Strategy. If you are passionate about driving operational efficiency through innovative operating model design, data architecture, and advanced technology, this is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your expertise in transforming processes and enhancing overall performance. Join us and make a meaningful impact as we shape the future of our data operations!

As the Data Transformation Lead- Vice President within Client Account Services, you will own a cross-functional transformation agenda that advances the firmwide Reference Data strategy. You will lead a global team to redesign operating models, uplift data quality and controls, and streamline end-to-end party creation and maintenance processes that underpin Client Onboarding, KYC, and regulatory reporting. Partnering closely with Party Reference Data leadership, Reference Data Strategy, Technology, and business stakeholders, you will deliver measurable improvements in client experience, operational efficiency, and control outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Build and lead a high-performing global team; recruit, develop, and retain talent; manage capacity and performance plans.
• Own end-to-end program delivery with integrated plans, milestones, dependencies, and KPIs aligned to business objectives and measurable benefits.
• Define and socialize the target operating model for party/client reference data, including roles and responsibilities (RACI), handoffs, controls, and SLAs; ensure alignment with data governance standards and regulatory expectations.
• Assess current-state processes end to end; design and implement future-state operating models that reduce cycle time, manual touchpoints, and rework while improving data quality.
• Produce executive-ready materials in PowerPoint, backed by rigorous analysis in Excel and collaboration in SharePoint; synthesize complex topics into clear insights, options, and recommendations for leadership and working teams.
• Orchestrate cross-functional execution across business, operations, technology, risk, and compliance; establish governance and decision forums and a communication cadence that keeps stakeholders informed, aligned, and accountable.
• Identify and deliver operational synergies with Client Onboarding, KYC, Document Management, and Tax; eliminate redundancies and manual processes;
• Manage stakeholder relationships across Business and Operations; align on priorities, success metrics, risks, and dependencies; communicate status and decisions to senior leadership.
• Partner with Reference Data Strategy, Program/Project Management, and Technology to implement future-state data models and domains and to operationalize the target operating model within the Utility.
• Translate client experience goals into concrete party reference data improvements and contribute to firmwide transformation initiatives.
• Facilitate analysis workshops and working groups; prepare materials; document decisions; and maintain artifacts such as process maps, RACI matrices, procedures, and control designs.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Seasoned with roughly five years’ experience in data management, process management, business process reengineering, and related transformation roles within large, complex organizations.
• Visual, with strong concept visualization skills spanning process, data, and decision modeling.
• Proven in program, project, and change management, leading multi-stakeholder initiatives from discovery through adoption and stabilization.
• Hands-on in defining and implementing business and operational processes.
• Excellent in written and verbal communication, crafting clear policies, procedures, executive updates, and leadership-ready narratives.
• Exceptional in problem-solving and analytics, with high attention to detail and data-driven decision-making.
• Self-directed and highly motivated, operating autonomously while driving alignment across teams, functions, and time zones.
• Expert in developing deep subject-matter knowledge in party reference data and simplifying complex topics.
• Organized with strong time-management, effectively prioritizing across multiple workstreams.
• Technically fluent in Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint; familiar with workflow/process tools and data governance/quality platforms, with a reminder to verify any third-party solutions are approved for use at JPMorgan Chase before implementation.
• Domain-aware across party reference data, client onboarding, KYC, document management, and tax data requirements, with regulatory familiarity including MiFID, EMIR, CCPA, and NCMR.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experienced in financial services.

JPMorganChase, 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.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans