Assistant General Counsel - Innovation, Data, Analytics & AI - Vice President

J.P. Morgan; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in New York seeks a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel to support the Innovation, Data, Analytics & AI Legal team. You will counsel on data, analytics and AI products and services, negotiating client agreements and advising on markets expansion in collaboration with business partners.

The role requires guiding cross-functional teams, managing complex issues, and driving responsible innovation within a top-tier financial institution.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with minimum 6 years of legal experience.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiating and commercial skills.
• Experience practicing with a law firm, financial institution or technology company.
• Ability to prioritize work and interact effectively with senior management.
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships with internal partners across the supported businesses.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on drafting and negotiating client- and customer-facing contracts.
• Providing day-to-day legal advice and counsel to internal clients and partners on data, analytics, AI products and services.
• Collaborating with business teams and control functions to resolve complex issues.
• Advising internal clients on relevant legal, regulatory and market developments in data, analytics and AI industries.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Data analytics

AI technology

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Legal research

Education

Bar admission / Qualified lawyer

Job description

Are you passionate about technology and law? Join a global team where your expertise in data, analytics, and artificial intelligence will help shape the future of financial services. As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, you will collaborate with business leaders and technologists, negotiate complex agreements, and provide strategic legal advice in a dynamic, innovative environment. We value diverse perspectives and offer opportunities for growth, impact, and professional development.

As a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in the Innovation, Data, Analytics & Artificial Intelligence Legal team, you will primarily advise and counsel our Payments’ Chief Data & Analytics Officer for the Commercial and Investment Bank and other business partners on legal matters related to data, analytics, and AI products and services. You will help support our businesses selling data and analytics products by negotiating client agreements and by advising on markets expansion of their data and analytics products. You will be part of a collaborative, global team committed to integrity, inclusivity, and excellence, helping drive responsible innovation and business success.

Job Responsibilities

• Advising on drafting and negotiating client- and customer-facing contracts
• Assisting with providing day-to-day legal advice and counsel to internal Payment’s clients and partners and other businesses in connection with the development, implementation and maintenance of data, analytics, AI or other related technology products and services
• Collaborating with business teams, as well as colleagues in Legal, Risk, Compliance and other control functions to address and resolve complex issues
• Advising internal clients on relevant legal, regulatory and market developments in the data, analytics and AI industries

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Qualified lawyer with minimum 6 years of legal experience
• Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiating and commercial skills
• Experience practicing with a law firm, financial institution or technology company
• Ability to prioritize work, effectively manage many issues at one time, and interact effectively with senior management
• Ability to understand business needs and develop collaborative relationships with internal partners across the supported businesses
• Effective and efficient problem solver; strong organizational and project management skills
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage workflow in a multi-jurisdictional environment
• Compliance with relevant licensing requirements for the jurisdiction

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Knowledge of intellectual property, data management, artificial intelligence or analytics is a plus, or related corporate transactional or litigation experience with transferable skills/knowledge
• Experience at a top-tier law firm and in-house in financial services
• Experience managing legal matters for institutional clients
• Familiarity with regulatory and dispute resolution processes
• Track record of supporting product launches and market expansions

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

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.

Provide legal guidance on data, analytics and artificial intelligence services and products for the Commercial and Investment Bank.