Senior Counsel - Technology Legal - Assistant Vice President

Job Description

Join a world-class legal team at the forefront of innovation in financial services and technology. As part of our Global Technology Legal Practice Group, you will help drive the firm’s most cutting-edge initiatives and support transformative technology strategies. This is your opportunity to work with industry leaders, influence major business decisions, and make an impact on the future of finance. If you are passionate about technology and law, we want you on our team.

As an Assistant Vice President, Senior Counsel in the Global Technology Legal Practice Group, you will provide legal support for technology transactions and initiatives across the firm. You will work closely with business, compliance, and technology partners to structure, draft, and negotiate a wide range of technology agreements. This role empowers you to take on significant responsibility, build strong relationships, and contribute to the success of our global technology strategy. You will have the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative environment.

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. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

• Structure, draft, and negotiate agreements with third parties for technology products and services, including for intellectual property, SaaS, software, hardware, maintenance, reseller, professional services, market data, platform, artificial intelligence, data use, and cloud services matters
• Manage end-to-end negotiations and coordinate with internal stakeholders to achieve timely and successful execution of agreements
• Support the firm’s investments and acquisitions by conducting diligence on technology companies, focusing on intellectual property, controls, privacy, and technology
• Build cross-functional teams with business, procurement,   compliance, and strategy partners to address novel legal issues related to new technologies in financial services
• Advise on contract negotiation, documentation, and dispute resolution for technology transactions
• Interpret and advise on existing and emerging laws, rules, and regulations relevant to technology and outsourcing
• Deliver clear, effective legal advice to both legal and non-legal professionals, including senior executives
• Manage multiple complex matters simultaneously with outstanding organizational and project management skills
• Foster strong client and inter-department colleague relationships across a global matrix organization

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Law degree or educational equivalent
• Minimum of three years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment
• Extensive experience drafting and negotiating contracts for technology and outsourcing transactions with third-party providers
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills
• Demonstrated business judgment and strategic thinking
• Proven ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems, and provide viable solutions
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational creative problem-solving , and negotiation skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure, handle deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a high-performance environment
• Ability to build consensus and collaborate across a global organization
• Strong client service orientation and relationship-building skills

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Familiarity with global regulatory issues relevant to technology in financial services, including outsourcing and third-party risk management
• Strong interest in new and emerging technology solutions and applications
• Experience supporting technology investments and acquisitions, including due diligence on intellectual property rights and privacy
• Knowledge of cloud, data management, and technology transactions in a financial services context
• Experience working with cross-functional teams on complex legal and business issues
• Familiarity with consumer lending processes and matters, including procurement and management of credit scores 

All candidates for roles in the Legal Department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment. Attorneys must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing or otherwise eligible to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the position is based.   

About Us

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

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.