Assistant General Counsel Vice President - Lawyer - Asset Management

Job Description
The Legal Department of JPMorgan Chase & Co. provides legal services and advice to the Firm globally. Legal is responsible for, among other things:

• Managing actual and potential litigation and enforcement matters, including internal reviews and investigations related to such matters
• Advising on products and services, including contract negotiation and documentation
• Advising on offering and marketing documents and new business initiatives
• Managing dispute resolution
• Interpreting existing laws, rules, and regulations and advising on changes thereto
• Advising on advocacy in connection with contemplated and proposed laws, rules, and regulations
• Providing legal advice to the Board of Directors, the business, and functions. Legal selects, engages, and manages outside counsel for the Firm on all matters in which outside counsel is engaged.

We're looking for an experienced attorney who will work independently and with outside counsel to represent the Firm in legal matters, as well as provide advice on a broad range of other matters and issues. The position involves independent contact with, and support of, senior management in the Firm.

• A minimum of five years of post-admission legal practicing experience
• JD degree. All candidates must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including the requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment
• Knowledge of, and experience with, complex financial products and services
• Ability to assume significant independent responsibility immediately
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously
• Ability to think strategically
• Ability to write well and communicate effectively to both legal and non-legal professionals, including senior executives of the Firm
• Ability to build and maintain good client and colleague relationships

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.
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
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.
With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.