Assistant General Counsel - Macro Markets - Vice President
About The Position
The US Macro Markets Legal Team provides legal support to the US Macro Markets & Sales teams. This Legal Team provides primary legal coverage in the drafting and negotiation of documentation relating to derivatives (including ISDA Master Agreements, futures documentation, clearing documentation and collateral documentation). As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in the US Macro Markets Legal Team, you will be responsible for drafting, negotiating and advising on the full range of documentation relating to derivatives (including ISDA Master Agreements, futures documentation, OTC and treasury clearing documentation and collateral documentation) and will advise the front office on structuring foreign exchange and derivatives transactions and on regulatory requirements relating to derivatives. You will join a successful, well established team of professionals, and will be provided with extensive training upon joining followed by continued on the job support when needed. 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 about 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.
Requirements
- Law degree or educational equivalent required. Attorney 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.
- At least 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong business judgment and strategic thinking.
- Proven ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems and provide viable solutions.
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure, handle deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a high performance environment.
- Ability to follow up on assignments in a timely manner and exercise good business judgment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build consensus across a global matrix organization.
- Team player, confident and proactive
Nice To Haves
- Experience drafting and negotiating contracts for derivatives or other financial products is preferred
Responsibilities
- Draft and negotiate trading documentation for bilateral and cleared derivatives activity, including related confirmations
- Serve as a trusted advisor to front office, sales/trading and product teams on structuring FX and derivatives transactions
- Advise on regulatory requirements relating to bilateral and cleared derivatives products
- Analyze netting and collateral enforceability opinions
Benefits
- comprehensive health care coverage
- on-site health and wellness centers
- a retirement savings plan
- backup childcare
- tuition reimbursement
- mental health support
- financial coaching
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
