Trade and Working Capital - Associate

Job Description
J.P. Morgan Wealth Management is a global leader in investment and wealth management, serving institutions, high-net-worth individuals, and retail investors worldwide.
As an Associate in Trade and Working Capital Operations within the Trade & Working Capital team, you manage and oversee the processing of trade finance transactions for global clients. You ensure all activities comply with internal policies and international standards, while maintaining operational excellence and team effectiveness. You play a pivotal role in team management, regulatory compliance, and driving process improvements.
Job Responsibilities

• Process and release import LC issuance, export LC advising, confirmation, and document checking for global clients
• Ensure all transactions are completed with utmost quality and within agreed service level agreements, following JPM policies and ICC rules such as CP600, ISBP, and URR
• Monitor transaction queues, assign work to team members, and manage pending follow-ups to maintain workflow efficiency
• Identify and escalate red flags, OFAC regulatory issues, AML concerns, and boycott language breaches for review
• Conduct daily huddles and meetings to communicate process updates and share feedback
• Coordinate with global operations partners to manage work allocation, daily volume priorities, and leave planning
• Drive team goals set by Trade & Working Capital Management and foster an inclusive environment for all employees

Required qualifications, skills, and capabilities

• 2+ years of experience in team management within trade finance operations
• Well versed in URC, UCP, URR, and ISBP guidelines
• Subject matter expertise in LC issuance, advising, confirmation, and document checking processes
• Strong understanding of US regulations and OFAC compliance

Preferred qualifications, skills, and capabilities

• Experience in queue monitoring, work allocation, and prioritization
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills
• Project management experience
• CDCS and CITF certifications

About Us
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 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
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.