Asset Management - Middle Office Project Manager - Associate

Job Description
Are you ready to make an impact in the world of asset management? Join our APAC Middle Office team, where you'll collaborate with experts and leverage cutting-edge technology to transform our operations in Japan. This role offers career growth and the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
As an Associate in the Asset Management - Middle Office Project Management team, you will be instrumental in promoting strategic initiatives and aiding the transformation of our operations in Japan. Collaborating closely with portfolio managers, trading desks, and technology partners, you will design and implement solutions that are in line with our global operating model. Your contributions will ensure scalability and provide support for our business initiatives, thereby significantly impacting our operations.
Job Responsibilities

• Manage APAC Operations middle office strategic initiatives with a focus on Japan.
• Partner with local and regional teams to deliver strategic operating models.
• Define and design end-to-end operating environments.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Support new product and market rollouts from an operational perspective.
• Drive system implementation and integration efforts.
• Ensure alignment with global operating models.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external service providers.
• Articulate complex operational processes and business requirements.
• Utilize Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, to support operations.
• Maintain a strategic mindset and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in middle office or asset management operations.
• Basic understanding of asset management business and regulatory environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in English and Japanese.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hybrid environment with a proactive attitude.
• Strong problem-solving skills and strategic thinking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese.
• CFA certification is an advantage.

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
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.