Central Compensation - Associate

Job Description

Join the Central Compensation Team as a trusted Compensation Associate, providing strategic solutions and expert guidance to Compensation and HR partners. We are seeking a proactive self-starter who can work independently, brings controls and/or compensation experience, navigates uncertainty, and has strong Excel and broader reporting skills.

As a Compensation Associate on the Central Compensation Team, you will participate in a wide range of compensation-related activities and help ensure compliance with corporate governance and control requirements, including business resiliency, data retention and destruction, audit readiness, SOX/Core testing, and process documentation. You will also review and approve data/system access requests to maintain appropriate controls. Additionally, you’ll contribute to special projects and other initiatives in support of broader Compensation team objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work with appropriate HR specialists to understand and become expert in the requirements of JPMC’s business resiliency plan management, data retention and destruction, data privacy and data store (shared drive and SharePoint) monitoring; communicate requirements and deadlines to team members and ensure team compliance

• Work with teams across various areas of compensation, product, talent, communication, change and control management to achieve efficiency and consistency across processes

• Participate in firmwide projects involving compensation, including policy reviews, changes in compensation practices, and systems’ development involving multiple stakeholders

• Translate regulatory and policy governance/requirements into clear guidance for clients

• Provide oversight, guidance and support to the process and control owner of the Global and Executive Compensation CORE processes for Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and CORE control requirements, including the independent audit of key SOX and CORE controls

• Keep current with standard operating procedures to ensure Global Compensation’s document library remains compliant.

   

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Relevant experience in HR/Compensation, Finance, or a controls-related field, with strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Strong systems aptitude, including advanced proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft tools (including PitchPRO)

• Self-directed and change-oriented, able to adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple competing demands effectively

• Proven ability to research, evaluate, and synthesize information with attention to detail

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to partner effectively within and beyond the immediate team

• Adept at identifying and implementing process improvements that save time, streamline workflows, and automate manual tasks—leveraging AI where it adds value

• Exhibits a high level of discretion and integrity, with experience handling sensitive and confidential information

   

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Intellectual curiosity and a strong desire to learn

• Equipped to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and excel at building strong partnerships

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated sound judgment and decision-making abilities

• 2 years compensation and/or control management experience; international compensation background preferred

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.

Human Resources plays a critical role in driving the employee experience, shaping the firm’s culture and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are a strategic partner to the business — working with leaders across the firm to hire, develop and retain the best people and help meet business goals. Together, we foster a work environment in which our people are supported, feel like they belong and are able to make an impact through their work. We develop and deliver a suite of products and services that help make JPMorgan Chase an employer of choice and drive our business forward.