Internal Audit Executive Director- Chief Operating Officer

JPMorgan Chase - Jersey City, NJ

Full-time - Executive

Jersey City, NJ

1,001-5,000 employees

Credit Intermediation and Related Activities

About the position

As an Internal Audit Executive Director- Chief Operating Officer, you will report directly to the Chief Auditor of Global Technology (GT) and Chief Data Analytics Office (CDAO). This pivotal role encompasses both operational and financial responsibilities for the GT and CDAO Audit Teams. You will be an integral member of the Global Technology Audit Leadership team, playing a crucial role in defining and managing strategic initiatives for the audit organization. Your primary responsibilities will include defining and executing the operational framework, overseeing the team's deliverables, managing the financial budget, and supervising the annual audit planning and delivery process. Additionally, you will oversee the audit budget and resource planning processes, ensuring that the teams' consultant needs are met effectively. In this role, you will represent the Global Technology and Chief Data Analytics Office Audit team at the Audit Product Control Committee. Internal Audit at JPMorgan Chase operates as an independent function aimed at enhancing and protecting the firm by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight. You will collaborate with every Line of Business and Corporate Function to assess internal control processes, identifying areas for improvement to safeguard the firm. Utilizing cutting-edge audit technology, data, and sound judgment, you will adopt a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve governance, risk management, and controls. The firm prides itself on its reputation for excellence, integrity, and collaboration, with a strong emphasis on governance, transparency, and strategic engagement. The culture is centered around diversity, equity, inclusion, teamwork, career progression, and continuous learning, fostering a workplace where everyone feels they belong. The global team consists of over 1,200 talented individuals across more than 20 countries.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Auditor for the Global Technology & Chief Data Analytics Office and the Audit Leadership Team.
• Work collaboratively with the Audit Department in defining, prioritizing, and supporting the strategic agenda for the department and the team.
• Prepare and review materials for Control Committee and Board level reporting, including Internal Audit themes and metrics.
• Proactively monitor key performance indicators to enforce strict adherence to the Audit Methodology, ensuring teams take timely actions and respond promptly to maintain compliance with key controls.
• Enhance the audit team's workforce management strategy by optimizing location planning, professional and outside services, and resource capacity allocations.
• Proactively manage the financial budget based on insights derived from attrition, recruiting, and consultant usage.
• Escalate risks and opportunities in a timely manner.
• Lead special topics and areas of focus in support of Practices changes to Methodology, Strategy, and Tools.
• Lead and support significant departmental strategic initiatives and special projects as needed.
• Oversee process improvements and implementation of best practices, including identifying and implementing enhancements to deliver on team priorities; help drive the identification, prioritization, and implementation of data analytics, automation opportunities for the GT and CDAO teams; leverage industry knowledge of leading practices.
• Improve and manage communications across the GT and CDAO Group including management meetings, town halls, other internal audit meetings and communication mechanisms.
• Drive and advocate prioritization for Internal Audit's technology demand management prioritization.
• Maintain relationships and collaboration with Global and Regional Audit COOs.

Requirements

• 10 years of Internal Audit, Chief Operating Officer, or Business Management experience or a combination of sound audit understanding coupled with strong strategic and project management skills.
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience.
• Advanced data literacy and analytical skills.
• Advanced strategic skills and thought leadership on the impact of solutions.
• Great communication skills, both verbal and written that can be tailored for high-level audiences.
• Great project management skills; must be able to influence both direct and virtual teams and manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proven track record in building strong working relationships.
• Proven ability to influence across teams.
• A demonstrated sense of urgency in completing work on time with a high level of quality.

Nice-to-haves

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
• Self-starter, able to independently research and network with peers firmwide to determine effective methods.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, effective under pressure, and willing to take personal responsibility/accountability.