Private Bank Fund Finance Attorney

4 weeks ago

Chicago, United States JPMorgan Chase Full time

Job Description
Become the trusted advisor that our Lending Specialists and Credit Risk executives need to keep our Private Bank Lending Solutions business on the cutting edge while doing so in a safe and sound manner.
As a Private Bank Lending Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in our Private Bank Credit Legal team, you will be part of a team that supports multiple geographic segments, ultra-high and high net worth client distribution channels and lending products, our internal document preparation team and customer-facing Lending Specialists, Credit Risk executives and underwriters, and loan operations partners, with respect to commercial and wealth management lending transactions. You will leverage your legal knowledge to help coordinate the 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. If you are intellectually curious and have a passion for finding compliant solutions across a large organization you may be the perfect fit for our team.
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

  • Support and advise the business with respect to commercial and wealth management lending transactions, including fund finance and sports finance lending transactions, and with respect to capital management initiatives
  • Escalate issues as appropriate and share potential concerns, issues, and ideas with legal, compliance and control functions across the company
  • Advise the business with respect to new products, and pricing, marketing, regulatory and related issues impacting financial institutions operating in a multi-state and international environment and provide training to the business
  • Prepare and update standard forms and procedures and manage outside counsel relationships
  • 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

  • At least 5 years of relevant lending/finance transactional experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department at a large bank or other financial services company with demonstrated experience managing increasingly complex matters
  • The strategic vision to anticipate legal issues for different lending products and product distribution channels
  • The ability to prioritize work in a fast moving environment, manage a large number of issues at one time, and interact with senior and executive management
  • Self-starter with strong analytical and collaborative skills; adaptability and ability to apply existing skills to unfamiliar subject matter areas
  • Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment or otherwise in compliance with the in-house counsel registration rules of such jurisdiction


Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Experience collaborating on a broad range of business strategies and issues
  • Knowledge of the legal and regulatory requirements for commercial banking and wealth management businesses
  • Demonstrated problem solving and project management skills, judgment and character


All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment
About Us
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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 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.

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