Internal Strategy & Process Engineering - Process Improvement Associate II

Process Improvement Associate II

Join a dynamic team which drives transformative change by collaborating with senior leaders to re-engineer core business components. We are the driving force behind transformative business initiatives that propel the entire organization towards unparalleled operational excellence. Our mission is to redefine industry standards by optimizing end-to-end processes, elevating the customer experience, and fostering a vibrant culture of continuous improvement. By enhancing employee engagement, mitigating risks, and delivering substantial financial benefits, we are committed to shaping a future where innovation and empowering excellence are at the heart of everything we do. As a Process Improvement Associate II within JPMorganChase, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiency and reducing risk by developing and implementing continuous process improvement programs. Leveraging your broad knowledge of process improvement principles and practices, you will map, simplify, and document processes, reduce manual touch points, and utilize digital process tools to drive service-delivery improvement. Your work will have a significant impact on various departments, requiring you to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to develop both long- and short-term solutions. You will be expected to use data analytics to offer continuous insight and craft engaging narratives to effectively convey complex ideas. Your ability to build diverse teams, manage conflicts, and delegate tasks effectively will be crucial in this role. Your innovative thinking will challenge the status quo and influence change, while your understanding of artificial intelligence foundations will be instrumental in optimizing the performance of AI systems.

Job Responsibilities:

• Partner with project team members to interview stakeholders, develop frameworks and insights to address key process improvements, organizational changes, and functional strategic development efforts.
• Lead one or more workstreams while demonstrating leadership through influence and enhancing team/organization culture.
• Present to senior executives and key stakeholders, emphasizing actionable insights rather than just analyses; respond to questions clearly while fostering trusted advisor relationships with key client stakeholders.
• Informally develop team members by serving as a mentor and inspiring a culture of continuous learning.
• Analyze and map key business processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement using advanced data analytics and statistical inference techniques.
• Develop and implement process improvement initiatives, focusing on simplification, manual touch point reduction, and the application of digital process tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of process improvement initiatives with organizational goals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with LOBs and IT teams to evaluate existing technology ecosystems to identify/optimize platforms and tools that align with business objectives and drive digital transformation.
• Leverage AI, LLM (Large Language Models), and NLP (Natural Language Processing) tools to aid in providing actionable insights and innovative solutions to complex business challenges.
• Utilize storytelling skills to effectively communicate complex process improvement concepts and data to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and retention of the core message.
• Take ownership of tasks and manage most elements of an entire workstream.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Proven skills in developing and implementing process improvement or re-engineering programs, with a successful track record over 3 years in a professional setting.
• Proven ability to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex operational issues along with strong client management and executive-level communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, with experience in interpreting models and diagrams to communicate data requirements and assets.
• Experience in team building, with a focus on constructing diverse teams with varied experiences, skills, and backgrounds.
• Proficiency in using digital process tools and AI systems to optimize operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Experienced in creating presentations, both written and verbal, tailored for senior audiences.
• Self-motivated and executes deliverables with speed and precision.
• A dedicated learner with a strong commitment to skill development and a genuine curiosity for acquiring new knowledge.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Utilize systems thinking to analyze complex processes and identify areas for optimization and integration.
• Apply customer service principles to ensure process improvements align with customer needs and enhance satisfaction.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to identify and implement process improvement opportunities across departments.
• Leverage digital proficiency to adopt and manage digital tools that support process improvement initiatives.
• Implement automation to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort, increasing overall productivity.
• Use agile methodologies to iteratively develop and refine process improvements, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to change.
• Proven expertise or certification in Lean Six Sigma, Agile methodologies, Change Management, Organizational Design, or Strategic Consulting Engagements.

Chase is a leading financial services firm, helping nearly half of America’s households and small businesses achieve their financial goals through a broad range of financial products. Our mission is to create engaged, lifelong relationships and put our customers at the heart of everything we do. We also help small businesses, nonprofits and cities grow, delivering solutions to solve all their financial needs. We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans