Commercial Real Estate Business Manager - Senior Associate

Job Description
Business Management optimizes business performance by helping to promote key initiatives. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor and counterweight to Business and Group Heads, playing a critical part in shaping the future of Commercial Real Estate. You will have the opportunity to identify, escalate, and mitigate business risks while advancing innovation and strategic transformation. Your insights and collaboration will influence decision-making at the highest levels, ensuring our business remains agile and competitive. Join us to make a meaningful impact on our organization and the clients we serve.
As a Senior Associate in the Commercial Real Estate Finance & Business Management team, you will serve as a strategic partner to the Commercial Real Estate Head of Credit Originations, advancing both immediate business transformation and long-term strategic planning.
Job responsibilities

• Facilitate effective communication and alignment among internal and external stakeholders, including senior leadership, clients, and cross-functional teams, to advance key initiatives.
• Develop and deliver high-quality presentations and reports for a variety of audiences, ensuring clear, and professional communication of business priorities and progress.
• Promote collaboration across Commercial Real Estate and the broader organization, integrating firm wide developments and best practices into Commercial Real Estate strategies.
• Assess and prioritize new business requests, ensuring optimal integration into ongoing and future strategic plans.
• Oversee the management and evolution of the strategic project portfolio, ensuring timely incorporation of new ideas and initiatives.
• Forge innovation in product development and business optimization, leveraging market intelligence and internal insights to identify and capitalize on new opportunities.
• Analyze data and market trends to inform strategic decision-making and identify areas for growth and improvement.
• Monitor the execution of strategic initiatives, track key performance indicators, and provide regular updates and insights to leadership and sales teams.
• Support business case development for new initiatives, including financial analysis and resource recommendations.
• Streamline and coordinate management meetings and communications, ensuring leadership is well-prepared and informed on project status and strategic priorities.
• Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments, ensuring Commercial Real Estate business practices remain compliant and responsive to change.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• 3 years of relevant experience in commercial real estate, capital markets, or related fields.
• Comprehensive understanding of capital markets and commercial real estate, with advanced awareness of market and regulatory trends.
• Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven organizational and project management abilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant business tools (Tableau, Salesforce, etc.).
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity, demonstrating initiative, analytical thinking, and independent problem-solving.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to develop and communicate actionable recommendations.
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and across teams.
• Advanced understanding of legal and regulatory considerations relevant to Commercial Real Estate.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• General real estate knowledge; experience in product development, business transformation, or regulatory change management is advantageous.
• Experience with data visualization and reporting platforms is preferred.

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 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
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.