Performance Consulting is a dedicated internal consulting group that is highly visible and a critical component of our transformation.  The team partners with senior business and functional leaders to re-engineer core components of our business, from diagnostic work and designing innovative, streamlined ways of working, to piloting solutions for further scaled execution. We are the driving force behind transformative business initiatives that propel the entire organization towards unparalleled operational excellence. Our mission is to redefine industry standards by optimizing end-to-end processes, elevating the customer experience, and fostering a vibrant culture of continuous improvement. By enhancing employee engagement, mitigating risks, and delivering substantial financial benefits, we are committed to shaping a future where innovation and empowering excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Process Improvement Associate II at JPMorgan Chase, you will be at the forefront of our business transformation journey, playing a crucial role in reshaping organizational strategy and operating models. You will leverage your expertise in business and digital transformation, robotic process automation (RPA), and artificial intelligence tools to promote innovative solutions that redefine our operations. Collaborating with senior leaders, you will map, simplify, and document processes, to reduce manual touchpoints and enhance operational efficiency. Your work will be pivotal in transforming our business, requiring initiative and judgment to resolve short-term challenges and propose strategic improvements. You will analyze data, craft compelling narratives to communicate complex ideas, and build diverse teams to achieve common goals. Your ability to innovate, adapt to change, and manage tasks effectively will be essential in promoting service-delivery improvement and achieving our departmental objectives, ultimately propelling the firm toward a state of operational excellence. 
Job responsibilities

Partner with project team members to interview stakeholders, develop frameworks and insights to address key process improvements, organizational changes, and functional strategic development efforts. 

Lead one or more work streams while demonstrating leadership through influence and enhancing team / organization culture. 

Present to senior executives and key stakeholders, emphasizing actionable insights rather than just analyses; respond to questions clearly while fostering trusted advisor relationships with key client stakeholders.

Develop team members by serving as a mentor and inspiring a culture of continuous learning.

Analyze and map key business processes, identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement using advanced data analytics and statistical inference techniques.

Develop and implement process improvement initiatives, focusing on simplification, manual touch point reduction, and the application of digital process tools.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of process improvement initiatives with organizational goals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.

Collaborate with LOBs and IT teams to evaluate existing technology ecosystems to identify/optimize platforms and tools that align with business objectives and drive digital transformation. 

Leverage AI, LLM (Large Language Models), and NLP (Natural Language Processing) tools to aid in providing actionable insights and innovative solutions to complex business challenges

Utilize storytelling skills to effectively communicate complex process improvement concepts and data to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and retention of the core message.

Analyze large quantities of data, apply a range of analytical tools, synthesize insights, and support the development of strategic solutions

 Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

3+ years of experience in developing and implementing process improvement or re-engineering programs in a professional setting.

Proven ability to apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex operational issues along with strong client management and executive-level communication skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in data analytics, with experience in interpreting models and diagrams to communicate data requirements and assets.

Experience in relationship building, with a focus on supporting diverse teams with varied experiences, skills, and backgrounds.

Proficiency in using digital process tools and AI systems to optimize operational efficiency and service delivery.

Experienced in creating presentations, both written and verbal, tailored for senior audiences.  

Self-motivated and executes deliverables with speed and precision

An dedicated learner with a strong commitment to skill development and a genuine curiosity for acquiring new knowledge.

Ability to travel up to 10%

 Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

Utilize systems thinking to analyze complex processes and identify areas for optimization and integration

Apply customer service principles to ensure process improvements align with customer needs and enhance satisfaction.

Foster cross-functional collaboration to identify and implement process improvement opportunities across departments. 

Leverage digital proficiency to adopt and manage digital tools that support process improvement initiatives.

Implement automation to streamline workflows and reduce manual effort, increasing overall productivity.

Use agile methodologies to iteratively develop and refine process improvements, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to change.

Proven expertise or certification in Lean Six Sigma, Agile methodologies, Change Management, Organizational Design, or Strategic Consulting Engagements.