DescriptionAs part of the firm’s Risk Management and Compliance function you are at the centre of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. The Firm’s dedicated Climate Risk and Environmental & Social Risk teams are responsible for establishing the firmwide framework and strategy for climate, environmental & social risk management, developing and advancing their policy and standards and providing subject matter expertise to a variety of internal stakeholders.
Job Summary
The Climate, Environmental & Social Risk Implementation function is tasked with integrating the Firm’s approach to managing risks and overseeing plans to address associated regional regulatory requirements. The Implementation function works closely with subject matter experts from the Climate Risk and Environmental & Social Risk teams to translate the requirements into practical solutions and enhancing as appropriate the existing firmwide risk frameworks, policies and standards. The role requires ability to navigate the Firm’s Risk Management and Compliance organisation, being familiar with the businesses and products offered globally by JPMorgan Chase.In doing so, the individuals should be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills in their interaction with key stakeholders within the Firm and evidence this through their experience in driving initiatives within Risk Management.
Job Responsibilities
- Guide the implementation of the Firm’s climate risk management framework, within the APAC or EMEA/LATAM regions
- Function as first-point of contact for the Climate Risk and Environmental & Social Risk teams regarding regulatory demands across the legal entities
- Ensure that the interpretation of regulatory expectations, use of climate data and scenarios, and documentation created is consistent with Firmwide practices, as applicable
- Represent the Climate, Environmental & Social Risk teams internally and externally in regulatory engagements
- Guide internal risk functions and LOBs in adapting internal policies to climate, environmental & social risk considerations
- Develop an external network, including through industry initiatives, to stay informed of the latest climate, environmental & social risk regulatory developments in the region
- Provide education to internal stakeholders and legal entity structures
Required Skillset, capabilities and experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Environmental Science, Sustainability, Law, Government, Economics, or International Relations. Master’s degree preferred.
- Knowledge of risk management practices, systems and processes
- 6 plus years including:
- Experience in Credit or Market Risk Management
- Experience driving regulatory compliance and governance initiatives, preferably focused on ESG related themes
- Working knowledge of Climate Risk Management
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Robust understanding of how a bank functions, including its key decision-making processes
- Prior experience of working in a bank or equivalent financial institution would be preferred
- Strong leadership abilities and experience delivering high-impact projects across multiple teams
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical solutions
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
- Familiarity with the regulatory landscape; knowledge and understanding of international regulations and standards; preferably those related to climate, environmental & social risks
- Ability to convey information clearly, accurately and succinctly and draft high-impact presentations and documentation
