Are you passionate about fintech and ready to shape the future of payments by driving transformational partnerships and investments at J.P. Morgan Payments? If so, you’re in the right spot.
As an Associate within Corporate Development in Payments, you will play a key role in evaluating and executing strategic transactions and initiatives across JPMorgan’s Payments franchise.
The team sits at the center of one of the largest global payments platforms, driving acquisitions, investments, and partnerships across key growth areas including merchant acquiring, embedded finance, and digital assets. Working closely with senior business leaders, the role combines transaction execution with broader strategic exposure, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to both deal delivery and long-term platform growth.
Job responsibilities
Lead / contribute to strategic assessments of priority subsectors, informing investment theses, build/buy/partner decisions, and long-term platform strategy.
Monitor industry trends, emerging business models, and valuation benchmarks
Deliver analytical insights to support strategic priorities and business decision-making
Support end-to-end execution of M&A and investment transactions, including evaluation, structuring, diligence, negotiation support, and closing
Perform detailed financial analysis, valuation, and modeling (including scenario and sensitivity analysis)
Coordinate and participate in comprehensive due diligence processes across internal and external stakeholders
Prepare investment memos, presentations, and materials for senior management and internal stakeholders
Partner with portfolio companies and internal stakeholders to monitor performance, support strategic initiatives, and inform ongoing capital allocation decisions including: quarterly valuation updates and KPI tracking and performance monitoring
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related field
- Strong foundation in corporate finance, valuation methodologies, and financial modeling
- Experience supporting transaction execution in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including preparation of senior-level materials
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams and operate with a high degree of ownership with limited supervision
- Strong analytical and research capabilities across sources such as SEC filings, FactSet, and PitchBook
Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills
Prior experience in financial services, fintech, or payments
Familiarity with M&A and investment transaction processes and documentation
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
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.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field
- 2+ years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or a related field
- Strong foundation in corporate finance, valuation methodologies, and financial modeling
- Experience supporting transaction execution in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including preparation of senior-level materials
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams and operate with a high degree of ownership with limited supervision
- Strong analytical and research capabilities across sources such as SEC filings, FactSet, and PitchBook
- Prior experience in financial services, fintech, or payments
- Familiarity with M&A and investment transaction processes and documentation
JPMorganChase Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, vision, and mental-health coverage are broad, with wellness incentives, on-site or virtual care, and an EAP offering coaching and counseling. Plan materials emphasize accessible options, including multiple medical choices and tools to manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave extends up to 16 weeks for all parents, supplemented by paid Critical Caregiver Leave. Family resources include backup childcare via Bright Horizons, lactation support and milk-shipping, family-building assistance, and even a free five-month SNOO rental for newborns.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs include a 401(k) with an annual company match and automatic pay credits for most employees, with a legacy pension available to earlier hires. An Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a 5% discount further supports long-term savings.
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