VP Chief Data Officer

As a Vice President in the Risk Management & Compliance Chief Data Office, you will partner with global teams to run data governance operations and support Data Owner organizations. You will help Risk Management & Compliance meet firmwide data management standards and regulatory requirements while delivering value to Risk stakeholders. Additionally, you will translate complex data risk topics into clear, compelling stories for senior audiences, using strong analytical and visualization skills. You will have the opportunity to lead strategic initiatives, innovate, and collaborate in a dynamic environment.

Job Responsibilities

•  Lead cross-functional working groups and governance forums by synthesizing inputs, documenting decisions, and translating outcomes into clear plans, actions, and stakeholder-ready deliverables.
• Drive stakeholder alignment and execution by coordinating engagement cadence, surfacing key business and data risk priorities, tracking commitments, and ensuring timely follow-through and measurable outcomes.
• Lead execution across assigned initiatives by planning and facilitating working sessions, establishing delivery governance (milestones, dependencies, risks/issues), and providing transparent status reporting and escalation as needed.
• Enable cross-functional delivery of data-related initiatives (e.g., Data Governance Lifecycle, firmwide data strategy efforts) by partnering with Data Risk Leads, Data Owners, technology, Regional CDO, and control teams on scope, requirements, sequencing, and adoption.
• Support adherence to firmwide data management policies and regulatory expectations by monitoring evidence and progress, identifying gaps, coordinating remediation, and contributing to continuous improvement of governance routines and the operating model.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 8+ years of experience in data governance, data risk, risk management, controls, or financial services, with proven experience operating in data-intensive environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence, collaborate across functions/regions, and drive alignment among diverse stakeholders.
• Strong ownership mindset with sound judgment, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including the ability to simplify complex data/risk topics into clear executive updates and materials.
• Strong project/program management capability, including prioritization, issue/risk management, and escalation discipline.
• Working knowledge of banking/financial services, including regulatory compliance, internal controls, and risk & control frameworks.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Hands-on experience building or enhancing analytics and reporting (e.g., Alteryx, Tableau, or similar tools) to support governance operations and decisioning.
• Understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices (e.g., data ownership/accountability, governance forums, lifecycle controls, metrics, and evidence-based monitoring).

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 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.