Market Executive - Life Sciences Banking - Executive Director

You are customer focused, enjoy building relationships, leading teams, and providing financial advice to your clients. A role as a Market Executive on the Life Sciences Banking team in our Innovation Economy business is for you. 

As a Market Executive on the Life Sciences Banking team, you will be responsible for growing and retaining profitable relationships within the dynamic Life Sciences sector. In this role, you will manage the Life Sciences Banking team in the Northern California (NorCal) market which includes hiring and directing team members in their business development efforts to grow and retain profitable banking relationships. In addition to leading the Life Sciences banking team, you will be expected to maintain a portfolio of your own; however, the portfolio size is typically smaller in recognition of management responsibilities.  

The Life Sciences Banking team is part of J.P. Morgan's Commercial Bank in its Commercial and Specialized Industries group. In this role you will be the focal point of client acquisition and ongoing relationships with the world’s most innovative companies. We work both independently and as part of a dynamic team to deliver the entire firm to our clients. 

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing team across the Northern California (NorCal) region, set clear priorities and accountability, and drive Life Sciences business growth through strategic client coverage and disciplined pipeline execution
• Demonstrate the ability to build a brand within your market that represents Life Sciences Banking as the "Leading Innovation Economy bank serving the best and most diverse clients"
• Develop new business in your market by acquiring new relationships, deepening existing relationships by delivering the entire Firm, and leading internal strategic discussions across all our solutions including credit and payments 
• Relentlessly focus on seeking out the best and most diverse founders powering innovation by leveraging a referral network built through business activities and relationship development 
• Champion a culture of innovation and a customer centric mindset balanced with the ability to manage risk (credit, operational, and reputational) appropriately  
• Be passionate about innovation, the start-up eco-system and entrepreneurship, leading to a desire to stay up to date with industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation or strategic partnerships 
• Champion a culture of innovation and a customer centric mindset
• Stay up to date with industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation or strategic partnerships
• Find ways to drive efficiency with existing technical infrastructure through automation while embracing the innovative opportunities offered by new technologies

Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills

• Minimum of 8 years' account relationship management experience with a focus on business relationships
• Understanding of Commercial Banking products and services with knowledge of the region
• Ability to mobilize internal networks and resources
• Demonstrated experience of meeting or exceeding sales goals; proven top individual contributor
• Management experience in a Commercial Bank setting, specifically leading a commercial lending sales team with proficiency in building and maintaining positive client relationships 
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills; able to effectively communicate clearly and concisely
• Creative solution and problem solving abilities and excellent business judgment with the ability to multitask 
• FINRA Series 79, 63, 24, and Securities Industry Essentials licenses required or must obtain within 180 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree and formal credit training preferred
• Strong technology experience; digital background preferred
• Excellent organizational, influencing, and interpersonal skills
• Self-directed, proactive, and creative: use sound judgment and navigates ambiguity to get things done

FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE ACT:
This position is subject to Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act. As such, an employment offer for this position is contingent on JPMorganChase’s review of criminal conviction history, including pretrial diversions or program entries.