About this role
Help ensure clients are billed accurately and consistently through disciplined onboarding, clear fee interpretation, and strong operational controls. You will work with partners across client service, product, legal, and operations to deliver high-quality outcomes. This role offers exposure to complex fee structures and relationship pricing practices. You will strengthen risk awareness while improving processes through automation and continuous improvement. Join a collaborative team where your attention to detail directly supports client experience and operational excellence.
Job summary
As a Fee operations associate in the fee operations team, you will support the calculation, onboarding, oversight, and control of investment management, advisory, performance fee, relationship pricing, and accounts receivable processes for institutional clients using separate account and commingled fund vehicles. You will collaborate with cross-functional partners to interpret fee agreements, execute accurate setup and maintenance, and manage exceptions within defined timelines. You will build expertise in fee structures, agreement interpretation, risk and control oversight, and process improvement.
Job responsibilities
Perform end-to-end onboarding, setup, and maintenance of new or amended fee calculation records based on executed fee agreements and documented requirementsInterpret fee agreement terms and conditions, including customized fee structures, and provide guidance to enable accurate account and fee setupPartner closely with stakeholders across client service, product, legal, onboarding, invoicing, and market value data teams to support effective deliveryOversee end-to-end relationship pricing setup and eligibility checks while balancing operational execution with risk mitigationExecute daily oversight of dashboards, rules monitoring, account setup activity, and exception management within established timelinesCommunicate onboarding status, amended agreements, terminated accounts, and non-standard fee arrangements clearly to internal stakeholders and downstream teamsFollow established risk and control practices for records and activities that impact end-to-end fee calculationBuild subject matter expertise across fee operations processes, agreements, calculations, and product-related considerationsIdentify automation and process improvement opportunities and contribute to technology enhancements supporting onboarding and new product initiatives Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university3 years of experience in finance, accounting, operations, asset management, or a similar functionStrong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to deliver high-quality results in a deadline-driven environmentAbility to analyze issues, assess impacts, and escalate to management and key stakeholders with proposed resolution optionsAbility to manage multiple tasks or projects independently and prioritize effectivelyStrong communication skills with the ability to present clear, concise information to stakeholdersCollaborative team approach, flexibility, and comfort working with ambiguity while learning new processes Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
Advanced degree or professional certification (for example, MBA, CPA, or CFA)Experience in asset and wealth management operations, middle office, finance, or fee operationsExperience interpreting fee agreements and supporting fee structures, relationship pricing, consultant strategies, or performance analyticsUnderstanding of investment products, mutual funds, institutional accounts, and relevant regulatory considerationsAnalytical, data-mining, and automation skills to identify trends, exceptions, and process improvement opportunities (for example, Microsoft Excel; tools such as Access or Alteryx are helpful)Experience contributing to projects, technology enhancements, automation initiatives, or process industrialization effortsDeveloping experience using AI-powered analytics, workflow automation, or intelligent process tools to drive efficiency gains, reduce manual effort, or improve accuracy in operational processes
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 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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.