Associate Counsel - Credit Trading and Restructuring

Job Description

Join a fast-paced, collaborative Legal Shared Services Team mainly supporting complex Trading & Markets and restructuring-related transactions. You’ll take ownership of key documents, drive negotiations, and help deliver practical, commercial solutions under tight timeframes. This role offers broad exposure to stakeholders mostly located in the United States but also in other jurisdictions,  with the opportunity to develop deep expertise in secondary loan trading and lock-up agreements, including cooperation agreements, transaction support agreements and restructuring support arrangements. 

As an Associate Counsel in the Legal Shared Services Team, you’ll support transactional legal work with a focus on Trading & Markets and/or restructuring-related matters. You will review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements and provisions, including NDAs, LSTA secondary loan trading documentation, and provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders on a variety of corporate documents and agreements, including cooperation agreements, restructuring-related support agreements and, transfer-related provisions in credit agreements. You’ll also serve as a primary contact for associate lawyers in other jurisdictions, providing coverage, driving decisions, escalating issues appropriately, and helping execute deliverables efficiently and accurately in a high-volume 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:

• Reviewing a variety of corporate documents and agreements, including lock-up agreements such as cooperation agreements, restructuring-related support agreements, and transfer-related provisions in credit agreements.
• Draft and negotiate non-disclosure agreements (NDAs).
• Draft and negotiate LSTA secondary loan trading documentation and related trading terms.
• Coordinate with associate lawyers in other jurisdictions to align on approach, and execution timelines.
• Advise business and support partners on transactional documentation issues and practical paths to resolution.
• Drive decision-making by identifying key issues, proposing solutions, and escalating where needed.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, organization, and attention to detail.
• Utilize registration statement software and other legal tech tools to complete assigned work efficiently.
• Support special projects and ad hoc transactional initiatives as business needs arise.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• J.D. (or equivalent law degree) and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.
• 3+ years of verifiable transactional legal experience in Trading & Markets and/or restructuring (big law firm and/or in-house at a bank, financial institution, fintech, or similar).
• Demonstrated experience reviewing and negotiating complex agreements and advising on associated legal risks.
• Experience with NDAs (drafting and negotiation) in a transactional setting.
• Familiarity with secondary loan trading documentation (including LSTA-style documentation) and trading workflows.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting credit agreement provisions, including transfer/assignment restrictions and related mechanics.
• Strong judgment with the ability to make decisions and solve problems on short notice.
• Proven ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality work under time pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with multiple business and support groups across regions and functions.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, actionable legal guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Litera Workshare Compare (or equivalent document comparison tools).

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• 4+ years of experience with Trading & Markets transactions, restructuring matters, or a blended practice covering both in a top tier law firm. 
• Direct experience supporting restructuring-related processes, including coordination of multi-party arrangements and tight timelines.
• Comfort working across jurisdictions and time zones with a strong understanding of cross-border coordination dynamics.
• Experience using registration statement software and/or broader legal tech workflow tools.
• Strong negotiation experience with external counterparties, including the ability to manage issues to closure efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify recurring issues and improve templates, playbooks, or processes.

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

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.