Payments- Public Sector Contracts Manager- Vice President
JPMorganChase
As a Public Sector Contracts Administrator in Payments, you provide value, expertise, and specialized knowledge to architect and manage federal contract solutions for our customers.
- Supports the Public Sector Contracts Manager in managing the lifecycle of federal contracts, including RFP review, contract execution, maintenance, and closeout.
- Ensures adherence to federal compliance frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, FAR, DFAR, FCA, FAA, and FASP throughout contract administration.
- Monitors contract deliverables and compliance requirements to ensure product/service performance meets contractual obligations.
- Coordinates with internal stakeholders (Product, Operations, Technology, Security, Controls & Risk, Legal) and external partners to resolve contract-related issues.
- Maintains and updates the repository of active/inactive, won/lost federal contracts within the Public Sector business.
- Assists in preparing for and supporting federal contract audits, including FAR, DFAR, FAA, and FASP.
- Provides administrative support for contract modifications, addendums/change orders, annual renewals, and option renewals.
- Researches federal government contract spending trends and economic influencers to inform business strategy.
- Tracks and reports on deal lifecycle, compliance metrics, and contract-related disputes.
- Supports the Contracts Manager in representing the firm at federal government contracting industry events.
- Synthesizes information and facilitates resolution of delivery and product gaps in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- 5+ years’ experience in federal contract administration or management.
- Working knowledge of federal procurement regulations (FAR, DFAR, FAA, FASP).
- Familiarity with contract terms and conditions, procurement mechanisms (Sole Source, Open Market), and partner/sub-contractor agreements (flow-down clauses, CTAs).
- Understanding of federal product/service definitions (COTS, DoL – Non-professional services).
- Experience with federal pricing structures (discount off list, tiered, volume, cost-plus, annual escalation).
- Experience supporting federal contract negotiation, execution, and award processes.
- Exposure to federal agency and Office of Inspector General audits, voluntary disclosure, remediation, and evidentiary support.
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
- Proven ability to synthesize complex information and facilitate resolution among stakeholders.
- U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent status required to support US Federal government contracts.
- Experience maintaining contract reference portals/repositories.
- Demonstrated improvement in compliance metrics and reduction of contract-related disputes.
- Experience supporting audit and certification processes.
- Prior experience representing a firm at federal government contracting industry events.
- Ability to track and leverage deal lifecycle across a Deal Playbook.
- Experience with contract maintenance activities and annual/option renewals.
- Advanced research skills in federal government contract spending and economic influencers.
A Government Security Clearance is required for this position. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Fingerprints
- Credit Check
- Employment History
- Tax Filing History (possibly)
- References (possibly)
- Proof of U.S. Legal Permanent Residence
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.
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