Payments- Public Sector Contracts Manager- Vice President

Job Description

Unleash your expertise to craft industry-tailored solutions and become a guiding light for insights in a dynamic market landscape. Engage directly with clients, be their voice, and revolutionize how they perceive value.

As a Public Sector Contracts Manager in Payments, you provide value, expertise, and specialized knowledge to architect and manage federal contract solutions for our customers.

Job responsibilities

• Supports the Public Sector Contracts Manager in managing the lifecycle of federal contracts, including RFP review, contract execution, maintenance, and closeout.
• Ensures adherence to federal compliance frameworks such as NIST, FISMA, FAR, DFAR, FCA, FAA, and FASP throughout contract administration.
• Monitors contract deliverables and compliance requirements to ensure product/service performance meets contractual obligations.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders (Product, Operations, Technology, Security, Controls & Risk, Legal) and external partners to resolve contract-related issues.
• Maintains and updates the repository of active/inactive, won/lost federal contracts within the Public Sector business.
• Assists in preparing for and supporting federal contract audits, including FAR, DFAR, FAA, and FASP.
• Provides administrative support for contract modifications, addendums/change orders, annual renewals, and option renewals.
• Researches federal government contract spending trends and economic influencers to inform business strategy.
• Tracks and reports on deal lifecycle, compliance metrics, and contract-related disputes.
• Supports the Contracts Manager in representing the firm at federal government contracting industry events.
• Synthesizes information and facilitates resolution of delivery and product gaps in collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 5+ years’ experience in federal contract administration or management.
• Working knowledge of federal procurement regulations (FAR, DFAR, FAA, FASP).
• Familiarity with contract terms and conditions, procurement mechanisms (Sole Source, Open Market), and partner/sub-contractor agreements (flow-down clauses, CTAs).
• Understanding of federal product/service definitions (COTS, DoL – Non-professional services).
• Experience with federal pricing structures (discount off list, tiered, volume, cost-plus, annual escalation).
• Experience supporting federal contract negotiation, execution, and award processes.
• Exposure to federal agency and Office of Inspector General audits, voluntary disclosure, remediation, and evidentiary support.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Proven ability to synthesize complex information and facilitate resolution among stakeholders.
• U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent status required to support US Federal government contracts.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience maintaining contract reference portals/repositories.
• Demonstrated improvement in compliance metrics and reduction of contract-related disputes.
• Experience supporting audit and certification processes.
• Prior experience representing a firm at federal government contracting industry events.
• Ability to track and leverage deal lifecycle across a Deal Playbook.
• Experience with contract maintenance activities and annual/option renewals.
• Advanced research skills in federal government contract spending and economic influencers.

A Government Security Clearance is required for this position. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Fingerprints
• Credit Check 
• Employment History 
• Tax Filing History (possibly)
• References (possibly) 
• Proof of U.S. Legal Permanent Residence

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’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.