Description

Join a team where your expertise in compliance and operational risk will help shape the future of our business in Japan. You'll have the opportunity to lead impactful initiatives, collaborate with diverse teams, and make a difference in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We value your unique perspective and commitment to excellence. Be part of a culture that encourages growth, innovation, and continuous learning. Take the next step in your career with us.

As a Vice President in the Compliance, Conduct and Operational Risk team, you will provide critical compliance support and advice to corporate functions, technology, and operations in Japan. You will lead and manage key compliance initiatives, ensuring our business operates with integrity and in line with regulatory requirements. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization, helping us maintain a strong control environment and supporting our commitment to ethical conduct.

Candidates with less experience may be considered for an Associate-level position.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide compliance support and advice to corporate functions, technology, and operations as part of the second line of defense.
• Lead and manage location-wide compliance initiatives, including data privacy and outsourcing.
• Serve as an escalation point for compliance incidents, coordinating with relevant parties and advising on regulatory impacts.
• Review and monitor the implementation of policies and procedures related to personal information protection.
• Develop and deliver training on safeguarding personal information.
• Oversee outsourcing and offshoring activities from a regulatory perspective, working closely with the legal team.
• Coordinate due diligence for system onboarding and changes, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Support regulatory engagement and provide guidance on regulatory changes to stakeholders.
• Assist with regulatory inspections and responses to information requests.
• Prepare and review incident reports for submission to regulators.
• Foster a culture of compliance and operational risk awareness across the organization.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Fluent written and verbal communication skills in both Japanese and English.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience researching and interpreting laws and regulations.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and interactions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong control mindset and sense of urgency.
• Proficiency in preparing presentations and documentation.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of technology risk, including cybersecurity, or a background in technology.
• Experience with data privacy and outsourcing regulations in Japan.
• Experience in a multinational or financial services environment.
• Professional qualifications in compliance, risk, or legal fields.
• Experience leading compliance initiatives or projects.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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.

About the Team

\n Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.\n
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\n Our Compliance teams work globally across all lines of business to advise internal stakeholders on the impact of regulatory requirements and how to balance these with the firm's needs. Their diverse mandate means they also provide input on new business strategies, product lines, policies, training, operational processes, risk mitigation and control.\n