Project Manager/ Agility Senior Associate
JPMorganChase
We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for you to take your Project Management/Agile career to the next level.
As a Agility Senior Associate at JPMorgan Chase within the Commercial & Investment Bank, Global Banking Technology Team, you serve as a seasoned member of product domain to by enabling and providing Agile/PM support to design and deliver trusted market-leading technology products in a secure, stable, and scalable way. You are responsible for carrying out critical technology solutions across multiple technical areas within various business functions in support of the firm’s business objectives.
We look first and foremost for people who are passionate around solving business problems through innovation & engineering practices. You will be required to apply your depth of knowledge and expertise to all aspects of the software development lifecycle, as well as partner continuously with your many stakeholders on a daily basis to stay focused on common goals. We embrace a culture of experimentation and constantly strive for improvement and learning. You’ll work in a collaborative, trusting, thought-provoking environment—one that encourages diversity of thought and creative solutions that are in the best interests of our customers globally.
Job responsibilities
- Partner with business owners to develop, document, and execute business strategies and project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, resources, and solution quality.
- Lead program planning and management, issue identification and resolution, risk management, analytical design, and deliverable definition; manage change requests.
- Support centralized tracking of project plans and provide an integrated end-to-end view for all programs.
- Ensure project timelines, risks, dependencies, and deliverables stay on track by enforcing consistent standards, methodologies, and best practices.
- Implement common routines, resources, and tools for tracking and reporting program status; develop metrics, scorecards, and dashboards using common frameworks.
- Identify and communicate effectively with key stakeholders, understanding their needs and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Lead cross-functional project teams, foster collaboration, facilitate communication, and provide clear direction and support to team members.
- Provide regular updates on project plans and progress, including management and business review presentations.
- Identify, assess, and manage issues with appropriate escalation; support centralized tracking and reporting of key issues and decisions.
- Leverage common tools to track, assess, and mitigate program risks; plan deliverables and monitor team performance.
- Lead and coach teams in adopting Agile methodologies, facilitate Scrum ceremonies, monitor agile metrics, remove impediments, and create dashboards to track progress and optimize performance.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- 3+ years of experience or equivalent expertise in a relevant domain, with a focus on coaching teams and individuals on agile methodologies and project management
- Project management and agility lead experience with strong understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies, advanced Excel (pivot tables, validation rules, vlookup), PowerPoint skills, and expertise in setting up and using Confluence, SharePoint, and Jira. Experience in Project Management querying tools such as SQL and JIRA filters.
- Proactive self-starter with strong business writing, presentation skills, and a track record of personal initiative, leadership, and promoting a flexible, agile team environment.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, with strong planning, organization, and attention to detail.
- Skilled in structuring and scoping complex problems, applying analytical tools, and prioritizing issues to develop effective solutions.
- Experienced in executive status reporting, tailoring communication to various audiences, and documenting/following up on key actions and decisions.
- PMP Certified, Certified Scrum Master (CSM), or equivalent Agile certification
- Excellent knowledge of Scrum techniques and artifacts (definition of done, user stories, automated testing, backlog refinement) and strong understanding of Agile methodologies including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean.
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and foster collaborative Agile teams, driving adoption and continuous improvement while resolving conflicts effectively.
- Expert in Agile tools and software such as JIRA and Confluence, including creating reports and dashboards.
- Outstanding facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills; able to interact and influence colleagues at all levels.
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Management consulting or internal experience within Banking and Financial services, and/or mortgage banking/home lending industry preferred
- Promote a flexible team environment that can handle changes with agility while maintaining focus on managing deadlines, organizing and prioritizing work and delivering value to the business
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
J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
Innovate and lead agile transformations as you spearhead high-performance solutions and continuous improvement.