CIB - Investor Relations Operations Strategic Change (UAT) - Associate - Dublin, Ireland-140015746
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Job Description
**Position Summary**
Alternative Investor Relations Operations provides an end-to-end service offering to alternative investment clients (hedge funds, fund of hedge funds and private equity funds) and their investors. Position provides leadership and oversight for execution of the department’s strategic change agenda. Position works closely with the VP of Alternative Investor Relations Operations, site leads and business line partners in the creation, development and execution of the Division''s overall business objectives, revenue and profitability goals.
**Essential for this role:**
* Investor Relations experience
* UAT Testing experience
* Change experience
**Key responsibilities**
**Role will: **
* work with the AIS IR Operations team to execute strategic change agenda
* work in the EMEA Investor Relations Strategy & Architecture Group which is responsible for strategic change, business support including integration of new business, UAT and liaising with OCM, risk and audit partners
* Support the end-to-end re-engineering of our operating model
* Aid in the implementation of tactical improvements
* Assist with product development to define and deliver our 2014 IIs
* Assist in driving adoption of “follow-the-sun” service model
* work together with the Investor Relations operations teams in the EMEA region to ensure adoption and rollout of all tactical and strategic initiatives
* Regularly and accurately report on all relevant AIS IR key performance indicators.
* Aid with operational controls, policies and procedures are in place to mitigate risk to its clients and their investors.
* Manages to meet financial (revenue & expense) objectives.
* Work closely with other departments for the timely and effective delivery of services and to meet business objectives.
* Performs other duties as assigned by management.
**Selection Criteria**
* A basic understanding of the alternative investment servicing industry with knowledge in investor relations, regulatory practices and operations.
* Ability to lead and influence across a matrixed environment; proven ability to assist in implementing solutions and delivering against timeframes and budgets.
* Proven team work and leadership experience. This would include providing direction, coaching and effective feedback to team members.
* Possesses strong ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work efforts.
* Sensitivity to regulatory as well as risk and control matters
* Possesses and displays excellent written and verbal communications skills; including experience conducting formal presentations to potential fund clients.
* Proven examples of effective decision-making skills when faced with multiple alternatives.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively interact and communicate with other staff members.
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Qualifications
**Educational Requirements**
* Bachelors degree required
* Minimum 1-3 years of related work experience
**Computer skills and knowledge of hardware & software required**
* Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Access, Visio and Outlook (or similar email program).
* Proficient in project management software such as MS Project.
* Prior knowledge of Hedge Fund Accounting/Investor Relations systems.
**Competencies**
* Analyze and Solve Problems: Gathers relevant information systematically; considers a broad range of issues or factors; grasps complexities and perceives relationships among problems or issues; includes others in problem-solving efforts when appropriate.
* Work Efficiently: Allocates own time efficiently; handles multiple demands and competing priorities; eliminates inefficiencies; conducts effective meetings.
* Team Leadership: Fosters an understanding of the team’s mission and value to organizational objectives; provides appropriate direction and clarifies roles and responsibilities with team members; makes optimal use of others’ skills; celebrates team accomplishments.
* Manage Execution: Conveys clear goals and expectations when involving others in projects; is accessible and provides support and up-to-date knowledge relevant to others; coordinates work efforts with other groups; monitors progress.
* Team Membership: Shows commitment to team objectives; values each person’s contributions to the team; encourages the participation and involvement of everyone on the team; contributes own fair share of effort to the team’s work.
* Innovate: Generates new ideas; goes beyond the status quo; recognizes the need for new or modified approaches and brings them as well as different perspectives together, combining them in creative ways.
* Influence Others: Asserts own ideas and persuades others; gains support and commitment from others; mobilizes people to take action.
* Display Organizational Savvy: Develops effective give-and-take relationships with others; understands the agendas and perspectives of others; recognizes and effectively balances the interests and needs of one’s own group with those of the broader organization.
* Recognize Global Implications: Seeks to understand issues, trends, and perspectives of various cultures and countries; recognizes that what works in one''s own country will not necessarily work in another; addresses cultural and geographic differences in strategies and approaches.
**Position Demands**
* Extended hours/weekends may be required during integration/implementation of new business or systems, as well as during peak cycles (year-end, month-end, tax season, etc)
* Flexible work hours required to meet operational needs.
About J.P. Morgan Corporate & Investment Bank
J.P. Morgan’s Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) is a global leader across banking, markets and investor services. The world’s most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. With $18 trillion of assets under custody and $393 billion in deposits, the Corporate & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
About J.P. Morgan Chase & Co.
J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM) is a leading global financial services firm with assets of $2.1 trillion and operations in more than 60 countries. The firm is a leader in investment banking, financial services for consumers, small business and commercial banking, financial transaction processing, asset management and private equity. A component of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. serves millions of consumers in the United States and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under its J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Information about J.P. Morgan Chase & Co. is available at www.jpmorganchase.com.
JPMorgan offers an exceptional benefits program and a highly competitive compensation package.
JPMorgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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*Job:* Operations
*Primary Location:* IE-L-D-JPMorgan House / 01146
*Organization:* CORPORATE & INVESTMENT BANK
*Schedule:* Full-time
*Job Type:* Standard
*Shift:* Day Job
*Employee Status:* Regular