Assistant General Counsel - Asset Management - Vice President
About The Position
The Assistant General Counsel will support J.P. Morgan Asset Management Americas Institutional, advising on OCC-regulated collective investment funds, separate account mandates, and other asset management products for institutional clients. The role covers formation of new funds and maintenance of existing funds, as well as institutional asset management matters including client contracting and distribution support. The attorney will apply investment management legal expertise, including knowledge of relevant regulations and investment advisory guidance, and will help guide tactical and strategic business initiatives alongside experienced professionals. The position sits within JPMorganChase’s global Legal Department, which manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations affecting the firm, and supports the firm’s businesses and clients. The role involves collaborating with Legal, Compliance, Risk, and business colleagues across regions and functions. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts-of-interest clearance review before employment begins.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor degree.
- At least 5 years of relevant law firm experience.
- Experience negotiating side letters and other investor terms.
- Knowledge of investment management legal issues, including pertinent regulations and guidance on investment advisory matters.
- Knowledge of relevant laws, such as the Investment Advisers Act.
- Demonstrated legal analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to serve as a trusted advisor to business partners or clients.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and manage competing deadlines effectively.
- Proactive, responsive, dynamic team player with a solutions-oriented mindset and strong judgment.
- Must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment.
- Must successfully complete a conflicts-of-interest clearance review before commencement of employment.
Nice To Haves
- In-house experience supporting an asset management or investment management business.
- Experience with institutional separately managed accounts, sub-advisory arrangements, and complex client negotiations.
- Understanding of OCC Regulations, ERISA, and the Bank Holding Company Act.
- Experience with the Investment Company Act.
- Familiarity with the Securities and Exchange Commission marketing rule and related advertising and solicitation considerations.
- Knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 in relevant contexts.
- Experience supporting cross-border matters, including Europe, Middle East and Africa, and Asia Pacific matters.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal advice and counsel to the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Americas Institutional business, focusing on OCC-regulated collective funds and general institutional client matters.
- Provide legal support and advice regarding funds, separately managed account mandates, sub-advisory arrangements, and other products and solutions.
- Advise on legal and regulatory issues related to the formation, structuring, and management of investment products, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating investment management agreements, side letters, and other contracts.
- Provide distribution-related legal support for institutional asset management products, including collaboration on product positioning, regulatory considerations, and client communications.
- Work with the Legal Department and control functions such as Compliance and Risk to identify, escalate, and resolve issues, coordinating across regions as needed.
- Participate in business committees and collaborate with product strategy and development, finance, marketing, portfolio management, compliance, risk, and Legal colleagues.
- Oversee outside counsel, including managing engagement scope, spending, and quality.
- Coordinate as needed with other divisions within Asset and Wealth Management.
- Support institutional client diligence, including due diligence questionnaires and requests for proposal.
- Provide legal support for special projects and cross-business initiatives.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure high-quality legal support for the business.
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards package, including base salary determined by role, experience, skill set, and location.
- Eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation in cash and/or forfeitable equity.
- Comprehensive health care coverage.
- On-site health and wellness centers.
- 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
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
