Business Growth & Entrepreneurship, Vice President

Job Description JPMorganChase is committed to advancing an economy that works for more people by helping small businesses start, grow, and compete. Within Global Philanthropy, the Business Growth & Entrepreneurship team develops and scales strategies that expand access to capital, advice, networks, and market opportunities for businesses that have historically faced barriers to growth. We are seeking a Vice President to lead initiatives focused on small business procurement and contracting, build high-impact partnerships, and engage colleagues across the firm's lines of business to advance small business priorities, including the American Dream Initiative. The Vice President, Business Growth & Entrepreneurship will lead the development and management of a portfolio designed to help small businesses access procurement, contracting, and supplier opportunities. The role will originate and steward philanthropic investments, shape programs that strengthen supplier readiness and contracting capabilities, support partner performance, and use data and market insights to inform strategy. A core element of the role is engaging across JPMorganChase's lines of business and Corporate Responsibility functions to align small business efforts and translate procurement demand into practical opportunities for entrepreneurs. The Vice President will cultivate partnerships with business leaders, supplier‑focused teams, community organizations, government, and other ecosystem stakeholders to help small businesses build the capabilities, certifications, financing, and connections needed to compete for and successfully deliver corporate and government contracts. The role will also help activate the small business pillar of the American Dream Initiative by connecting philanthropic investments with the firm's business, policy, research, and market capabilities. Corporate Responsibility (CR) includes Global Philanthropy, Public Engagement, Global Government Relations, the PolicyCenter, the JPMorganChase Institute, and Sustainability. The Global Philanthropy team consists of Employee Engagement & Volunteerism, Impact Finance, and national and local grantmaking teams. The Vice President will bring strong program leadership, subject matter expertise, and relationship‑management skills, as well as the ability to operate effectively across a complex organization. Success in this role requires translating the needs of small businesses and procurement partners into actionable initiatives; convening and influencing stakeholders across lines of business; managing investments and partnerships with discipline; and aligning philanthropy, business priorities, policy engagement, and local market strategies to expand contracting opportunities and measurable outcomes for small businesses under the American Dream Initiative. Job Responsibilities Leverage subject matter expertise, professional network, data and analysis to design, manage, and evaluate a grant portfolio with a focus on expanding access to capital and small business supplier growth, improving the efficiency and scale of support systems for underserved small businesses, and strengthening outcomes for entrepreneurs across growth stages, ensuring alignment with the firm's business priorities and Corporate Responsibility's social impact agenda Ensure all grants and partnerships are executed in accordance with policies, controls, and Corporate Responsibility procedures Build and maintain a robust network of relationships with government, philanthropic, business, and nonprofit leaders Partner with internal stakeholders, including several business functions and cross‑functional partners such as communications, and legal—to drive collaboration and amplify impact Monitor, evaluate, and report on the impact of grants, using insights to shape future strategy and amplify results. Required Qualifications, Skills, And Capabilities Minimum 8+ years' experience; a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in philanthropy, small business development, entrepreneurship, or inclusive economic opportunity initiatives. Strong candidates will have expertise with procurement and supplier development. The candidate will have knowledge of financial products and services that support underserved small businesses (e.g., access to credit, capital solutions, CDFIs, technical assistance). The candidate will have a strong understanding of the policy environment for small businesses and suppliers. The candidate will have experience building and managing partnerships across complex stakeholder environments. The candidate will bring strong portfolio management, program design, and execution skills, including the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, apply disciplined project management, and deliver high-quality results under time constraints. The candidate will demonstrate excellent relationship management, written and verbal communication, and executive‑ready presentation skills, with the ability to influence without authority and align internal and external partners around shared objectives. 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 Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. The Corporate Responsibility (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world. The department includes sub‑departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research. #J-18808-Ljbffr JPMorganChase