Vice President - WKO Screening & Escalations Transformation

Job Description

Champion change across Wholesale KYC Operations by modernizing how Screening and AML Escalations are documented, assessed, and governed—improving consistency, efficiency, and risk outcomes. Identify process gaps, streamline decisioning, and partner with stakeholders to deliver a clear transformation roadmap with measurable impact.

As a WKO Screening & Escalations Transformation Vice President, you are an individual contributor supporting the Screening and AML Escalations team within Wholesale KYC Operations (WKO). In this role, you will optimize processes and identify transformation opportunities across the function, strengthening operational practices for documenting and assessing Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), Financial Crime Media, Internal Watchlists, and AML escalations. Based on your assessments, you will deliver strategic recommendations to leadership and develop a clear implementation roadmap to drive measurable, sustainable change.

Job Responsibilities

• Champion a continuous improvement mindset—identify themes, root causes, and control/process optimization opportunities; lead initiatives that improve quality, efficiency, and control effectiveness.
• Develop and execute strategies for process re-engineering and transformation within the Screening and AML Escalations functions.
• Define and manage the roadmap for implementing process improvements and transformation initiatives.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track the success of process improvements and transformation efforts.
• Set execution standards and ensure consistent delivery against internal policies, regulatory expectations, and agreed service levels.
• Drive risk-based decisioning and timely escalation of material findings/issues; ensure clear documentation and rationale.
• Conduct thorough assessments of PEPs, Financial Crime Media, Internal Watchlists, and AML Escalations to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
• Influence and align cross-functional partners (Front Office, Operations, Onboarding, Compliance, checker/quality functions) to remove blockers and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align transformation initiatives with business objectives.
• Provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership based on data-driven insights and assessments.

 

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex processes and identify transformation opportunities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Strong presentation skills, with the ability to present effectively and appropriately to a wide array of audiences.
• Experience in project management, including the ability to define implementation roadmaps and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Understanding of KYC, AML, and related regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Strong client focus and ability to partner with various internal groups.
• Independent, self-motivated with an ability to adapt and be flexible in a team environment.

 

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Ability to prioritize across competing demands and remain effective in a dynamic environment.
• Comfortable operating through change and ambiguity, with a bias toward action and improvement.
• BA/BS degree or equivalent work experience in financial services.

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.