Assistant General Counsel - Wealth Management - Vice President

JPMorganChase; Columbus (OH); Presencial; USD 180.000 - 260.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

JPMorganChase's Wealth Management legal team is seeking a seasoned Assistant General Counsel, Vice President, to provide critical guidance on banking and securities matters affecting the retail investment business.

You will collaborate with Compliance, Risk, and Controls, advise on licensing, compensation, and go‑to‑market strategies, and help navigate CFPB, FINRA, and SEC rules in a fast‑paced environment.

Formación

• 8+ years of legal practice in financial services.
• Expertise in broker-dealer and investment advisory matters.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state securities laws and FINRA rules, as well as OCC guidance on the sales of retail non-deposit investment products.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

Responsabilidades

• Serve as a primary legal contact supporting J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's bank-based sales channel for the retail investment business.
• Provide ongoing, strategic advice on applicable banking and securities laws, rules, and regulations, including CFPB and Federal Reserve Board rules.
• Advise on licensing, compensation, and bank-based sales strategies.
• Collaborate with Wealth Management attorneys and Consumer Banking Legal team to deliver coordinated legal support.

Conocimientos

Broker-dealer expertise

Securities laws

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Licensed attorney

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Join J.P. Morgan's Legal team and deliver impactful legal advice and help drive J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's success. As a trusted advisor, you'll work alongside top professionals in a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive environment. Your expertise will drive innovative credit solutions and support sophisticated transactions and business initiatives. Elevate your career with a team that values your skills and fosters professional growth.

Job Description

Join J.P. Morgan's Legal team and deliver impactful legal advice and help drive J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's success. As a trusted advisor, you'll work alongside top professionals in a dynamic, collaborative, and inclusive environment. Your expertise will drive innovative credit solutions and support sophisticated transactions and business initiatives. Elevate your career with a team that values your skills and fosters professional growth.

As a Wealth Management Attorney - Assistant General Counsel, Vice President, within our Wealth Management Legal team, you will provide critical guidance and support to several of the Firm's retail investment business groups for J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. You will work closely with business colleagues, acting as a trusted advisor and collaborating with Compliance, Risk, and Controls functions to ensure comprehensive and effective support. This role will identify, analyze, document, and advise on legal issues and risks relevant to J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's bank-based sales channel and bank wealth management products.

The Legal Department at JPMorganChase 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 a primary legal contact supporting J.P. Morgan Wealth Management's bank-based sales channel for the retail investment business.
• Serve as legal counsel for banking products distributed through J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, with a primary focus on the intersection of retail/consumer bank and broker-dealer products and services.
• Provide ongoing, strategic advice and guidance on applicable banking and securities laws, rules, and regulations, including CFPB and Federal reserve Board regulations, UDAAP, and FINRA and SEC rules related to retail investors (including those banking and investing online).
• Interpret existing, contemplated, and proposed consumer banking and securities laws, rules, and regulations, and advise on the impact of changes.
• Advise on a wide range of projects and initiatives that will help define our retail Wealth Management business including banker licensing, banker compensation, and bank-based sales strategies.
• Collaborate with fellow Wealth Management attorneys and the Consumer Banking Legal team to deliver coordinated legal support.
• Partner closely with Compliance, Risk, and Controls functions to ensure effective risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Identify, assess, and manage legal and other risks related to bank wealth management services and products.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives beyond core responsibilities, as needed.
• Adapt to evolving business needs and priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ensure comprehensive support for licensed bankers, sales management, operations, risk, and controls teams.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, And Skills

• Minimum 8 years of legal practicing experience in financial services.
• Demonstrated expertise in broker-dealer and investment advisory matters.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state securities laws and FINRA rules, as well as OCC guidance on the sales of retail non-deposit investment products.
• Proven ability to manage multiple issues in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled at understanding business needs and developing practical solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in the relevant jurisdiction.

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.

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.