Join the Legal team that supports the Specialized Industries (SI) banking and credit teams, including the Innovation Economy verticals, which are part of the Commercial and Specialized Industries (C&SI) line of business in the Commercial and Investment Bank (CIB), for one of the world's best and most innovative banks. Become the trusted advisor that our bankers and underwriters need to keep the C&SI business on the cutting edge while doing so in a safe and sound manner.

• As a Specialized Industries Attorney
• Vice President, Assistant General Counsel on the Commercial and Specialized Industries Legal team, you will regularly work with customer-facing bankers, risk personnel, and service personnel, as well as advise on deposit, cash management, fraud, marketing and other customer and client issues as they arise. You will leverage your legal knowledge to help drive and coordinate the SI Legal team's role in supporting and advising on all significant business, controls and compliance initiatives, as well as various cross-line of business projects.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters. Our global team is made up of 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in-class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm's clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first-in-class financial institution doing cutting-edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

• Provide transactional support, including analysis and advice on structural and risk issues
• Review, negotiate and draft loan documentation, amendments, waivers, consents, warrants, proposal and commitment letters, payoff letters and confidentiality agreements in connection with bilateral and syndicated transactions
• Represent JPMCB in early stage workout matters
• Support and maintain outside counsel relationships and coordinate engagement of outside counsel
• Escalate issues as appropriate and share potential concerns, issues, and ideas with legal and control functions across the company
• Support and advise the business with respect to treasury management products and client related issues including KYC, fraud, privacy, AML, complaints and fair banking issues which may arise
• Advise the business with respect to new or changing products or pricing, events, marketing, regulatory and related issues impacting financial institutions operating in a multi-state environment and provide training to the business
• Partner with Risk, Controls, and Compliance colleagues regarding operational and regulatory risk and control issues and the applicability of federal and state law and regulation to the business

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• JD and minimum of 4 years of post-JD practice experience in commercial lending at a law firm and/or in-house legal department at a large bank or other financial services company
• Knowledge of the legal and regulatory requirements for Commercial and Investment Banking businesses with a focus on secured lending and knowledge of UCC Art. 9
• Experience collaborating on a broad range of business strategies and issues with senior management and a reputation for providing valued, and independent counsel and judgment
• Demonstrated leadership, judgment and character
• Excellent verbal, written communications skills and strong interpersonal skills with ability to interact effectively with clients and partner with other members of the Legal Department and the business to find solutions
• The ability to prioritize work, manage a large number of issues at one time, and interact with senior and executive management with problem solving and project management skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience collaborating on a broad range of business strategies and issues with senior management and a reputation for providing valued, and independent counsel and judgment
• Knowledge of banking regulations and UCC Art. 3, 4 and 4A
• Experience working on start-up and venture lending transactions, including transactions with warrants

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

ABOUT US
JPMorgan Chase, 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:

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.