Asset Management – Hedge Fund/Private Credit Operational Due Diligence – Executive Director

Job Description

Job Description
J.P. Morgan Asset Management is the world’s third-largest alternatives manager, with a 40-year history of delivering innovative alternative solutions across market cycles. Our alternative investment engines are managed by highly specialized independent teams, backed by the global reach, vast resources and robust governance of J.P. Morgan Asset Management. Our alternative strategies are designed to achieve specific client outcomes and built to deliver uncorrelated returns to traditional asset classes. Customized alternative portfolios can be tailored to individual client needs. We offer strategies across the alternative investment spectrum, including real estate, private equity and credit, infrastructure, transportation, liquid alternatives and hedge funds.
Job Summary
We are seeking a “hands on” analyst to complement our existing Operational Due Diligence team focused on hedge fund and private credit investments for the Alternatives Solutions Group. The candidate’s primary focus will be on initial and ongoing manager due diligence but we also expect contributions to the strengthening of our ODD process, skills and knowledge. The candidate is expected to work collaboratively with the investment and risk management teams at JPMAAM, while at the same time developing independent views on underlying managers regarding operational issues and sustainability practices. The candidate is expected to lead or take part in selected projects aimed at ensuring our ODD practices and knowledge remain cutting edge and are communicated to our clients as such.
Job Responsibilities

• Performing and leading on-site manager visits to evaluate hedge funds’ and private credit operational risks including but not limited to infrastructure, 3 rd party service providers and administrators, financial operations, legal & compliance, staffing, financing/counterparty arrangements and information technology/cybersecurity
• Helping drive the firm’s perspective on hedge fund and private credit operational risk issues and the effect of these on the underlying managers and portfolios
• Working closely with the Research, Marketing, Risk and other internal JPMAAM groups.
• Representing the JP Morgan to existing and prospective clients as well as other outside audiences
• Preparing written analysis/research for internal use
• Presenting such research at internal Investment Committee meetings and educational sessions

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• 10+ years industry experience with 5+ years’ experience in an ODD role at a hedge fund/private credit investment or advisory organization
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution
• Ability to apply knowledge/experience to a wide variety of alternative investment managers and operating environments to assess operational risks and relevant ESG factors and to identify potential concerns
• Knowledge of the global capital markets and factors driving those markets
• Demonstrated aptitude for and experience in external client relations, including communicating with sophisticated investors both one-on-one and in large group settings.
• A thought leader and a “partner” at heart, natural focus is on adding value and not “checking boxes”
• Confidence and poise to interview hedge fund/private credit managers (typically senior level non-investment staff – COO, CFO, Head of Ops, CCO) and develop and maintain strong relationships inside and outside the firm, including service providers, Prime Broker consulting teams and members of industry peer groups

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Prior experience in hedge fund/private credit administration, operations, accounting, bank hedge fund credit, or audit is desired
• Concentration in Accounting/Finance preferred
• MBA, CPA, JD and/or CFA a plus
• Prior people management experience a plus

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 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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
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.