Consumer Banking Litigation - Assistant General Counsel

Bring your expertise to JPMorgan Chase. As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in Consumer & Community Banking Litigation, you are at the center of keeping JPMorgan Chase strong and resilient. You help the firm grow its business in a responsible way by anticipating new and emerging risks, and using your expert judgement to solve real-world challenges that impact our company, customers and communities. Our culture in Legal Department is all about thinking outside the box, challenging the status quo and striving to be best-in-class.

As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in Consumer & Community Banking Litigation, you will handle litigation matters from beginning to end: retaining outside counsel, guiding them regarding strategy, reviewing briefs, assisting with discovery, and advising our clients as needed. You will manage defensive litigation filed against the bank involving Consumer, Business Banking, Auto, Credit Card, Commercial, and Asset Wealth Management, and advise our clients on legal risk, reporting, and issues related to litigation.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. 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:

• Structure and negotiate agreements and relationships with vendors, partners, and other third parties for market data
• Draft, review, and negotiate technology agreements, including intellectual property licenses, software licenses and support, software as a service agreements, cloud services, and outsourcing arrangements
• Manage end-to-end negotiations by coordinating internal stakeholders and navigating approval processes to achieve timely execution
• Advise internal partners on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and negotiation strategy for technology acquisitions and services
• Partner with senior attorneys to support training and guidance on market data topics for internal teams
• Provide guidance on new and evolving regulatory requirements relevant to technology sourcing and third-party relationships
• Support due diligence and integration activities for strategic transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and investments

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Law degree (or educational equivalent) and eligibility to practice law in the jurisdiction where the role is based by the start date
• 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house legal environment
• Experience drafting and negotiating technology and outsourcing contracts with third-party providers
• Experience negotiating software licensing and support, software as a service, content licensing, reseller, cloud services, consulting, and professional services agreements
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills
• Strong business judgment and ability to apply practical risk-based legal advice
• Demonstrated ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems, and propose viable solutions
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational, and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to follow up proactively and drive assignments to completion with sound judgment
• Ability to build alignment and consensus across a global, matrixed organization

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Familiarity with regulatory topics relevant to technology in financial services, including outsourcing and third-party risk management
• Interest in emerging technology solutions and applications, including baseline understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and related licensing considerations
• Experience supporting market data transactions or market data services stakeholders
• Experience partnering with information security, third-party oversight, or sourcing functions on technology agreements

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

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

Base Pay/Salary
Chicago,IL $183,350.00 - $242,000.00 / year; Plano,TX $183,350.00 - $242,000.00 / year; Columbus,OH $156,750.00 - $230,000.00 / year; San Francisco,CA $199,500.00 - $275,000.00 / year; Tampa,FL $156,750.00 - $230,000.00 / year