Government Relations, EU - Executive Director

Government Relations, EU - Executive Director

• Job Identification
• Job Category Government Relations
• Business Unit Corporate Sector
• Posting Date 01/28/2026, 02:13 PM
• Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

This is an opportunity to join our EMEA Government Relations team as an Executive Director, reporting to the Head of EU Government Relations. The team’s key objectives are identifying key legislative and policy initiatives in the EU and UK for our businesses and executes advocacy strategies and representing the firm before government officials, regulators, and trade associations. The team also keeps management apprised of developments in the political and legislative environment and advises on strategy for dealing with broader external issues, working closely with the wider Global Government Relations, Regulatory Affairs, and other colleagues across Brussels, London, Washington DC, New York, and Hong Kong.

As anExecutive Directorwithin the EMEA Government Relationsteam , you will lead engagement on EU policy issues relevant to JPMorgan Chase’s business interests, with a particular focus on retail banking, payments, and technology. You will be responsible for developing and executing advocacy strategies, building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, and providing strategic advice to senior leadership.

Job responsibilities

• Monitor EU political, policy, and regulatory developmentsimpacting the firm, with a focus on consumer and digital banking, payments, and technology.
• Advise senior leadership and lines of businessby providing timely, concise analysis of emerging political, policy, and regulatory issues, and help shape the firm’s position.
• Develop and implement advocacy strategieson policy, legislative, and regulatory proposals in line with the firm’s interests.
• Build and maintain a strong networkof internal and external stakeholders, including EU institutions, Member State representatives, trade associations, and industry peers, to gather intelligence and support advocacy efforts.
• Represent the firmat meetings with EU government officials, regulators, and other external stakeholders.
• Contribute to trade association activitiesand collaborate with counterparts at other firms to develop consensus positions and leverage collective resources for advocacy.
• Prepare presentations and internal briefingsfor senior management, lines of business, and management committees.
• Lead and mentor other team memberswithin the Brussels office, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum 10 years’ experiencein EU financial services policy, with significant expertise in retail banking, payments, or digital finance.
• Proven track record of senior-level engagementwith EU institutions, Member State governments, and regulatory bodies.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex policy issues clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectivelywith all levels of an organization, including senior executives.
• High integrity and commitmentto ethical standards.
• Deep familiarity with EU political processes, legislative procedures, and regulatory frameworks; knowledge of UK and other international institutions is an asset.
• Ability to manage multiple projectsunder pressure in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Self-starter with strong leadership skills, able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Undergraduate degree required; advanced degree preferred(e.g., in law, public policy, international relations, or related field).
• Fluency in English required; additional European languages are an asset.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Additional European languages is an asset.

About Us

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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 ourFAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

About the Team

Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we’re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.

TheCorporate Responsibility (CR) department mission is to advance a stronger, more durable and safe financial system and an inclusive economy and society for clients, customers and communities around the world. The department includes sub-departments focused on policy advocacy and lobbying, philanthropy, sustainability, impact finance, community engagement and data analysis and research.