State/Regulatory Engagement and Affirmative Challenges - Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel - JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Washington, DC 20001
About the Job
As a State/Regulatory Engagement and Affirmative Challenges - Executive Director, Assistant General Counsel within our Corporate Legal team, you will be a trusted advisor to senior management and serve as the attorney responsible for providing day-to-day coverage of various legal and regulatory challenges arising across the Firm's lines of businesses and coordinating a consistent response, working closely with the relevant Legal SMEs and the broader Corporate Legal team. The successful candidate will possess broad knowledge of both the federal and state rulemaking and legislative processes, along with a deep understanding of the banking regulatory environment. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong interpersonal skills, capable of leading internal and external partners toward a common goal. The successful candidate will work with line of business and Corporate Legal to deliver on the responsibilities highlighted below.
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
- Serve as the primary point for contact for providing strategic guidance and support to internal stakeholders across the Firm, both through development of laws and regulations and in evaluating potential legislative or regulatory challenges.
- Establish and leverage connections throughout Legal, Government Relations, and the Office of Regulatory Affairs with the Special Counsel for Corporate Legal and Corporate Legal General Counsel, to help ensure consistency in strategy and approach.
- Coordinate trade association engagement with line of business and Corporate Legal SMEs, including tracking participation with trade associations and maintaining best practices for trade association engagement across the Firm.
- Prepare and maintain a catalog of potential and actual challenges. Draft internal materials and reports regarding contemplated or actual challenges in coordination with relevant Legal SMEs.
- Coordinate with outside counsel, internal litigation partners and relevant Legal SMEs regarding contemplated or actual litigation.
- Provide expert legal advice on federal and state legislation and regulatory matters affecting the Firm, coordinating with relevant Legal SMEs.
- Work with line of business Legal SMEs to develop and maintain a deep understanding of the Firm's LOBs and the nuances of the laws and regulations specific to each LOB.
Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills
- At least 10 years post-JD experience with strong legal generalist background. Administrative law and/or litigation experience preferred.
- Ability to provide constructive legal and non-legal challenge and to build consensus.
- Demonstrated ability to understand complex processes and organizations and to execute at speed, partnering with internal and external stakeholders.
- Ability to build relationships and communicate effectively across levels and areas of expertise.
All candidates for roles in the Legal department must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.
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. 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 & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
Base Pay/Salary
Jersey City,NJ $218,500.00 - $300,000.00 / year; New York,NY $218,500.00 - $300,000.00 / year; Washington,DC $218,500.00 - $300,000.00 / year
