Associate Counsel, Trading, Markets & Restructuring

JPMorganChase; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking an Associate Counsel to join the Legal Shared Services Team, focusing on Trading & Markets and restructuring matters.

You will review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, provide actionable guidance, and support cross-border transactions. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal stakeholders, managing multiple priorities, and delivering high-quality work under tight timeframes in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. (or equivalent law degree) and admission to practice in at least one jurisdiction.

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.
• Use 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.

Skills

JD & bar admission

Transactional experience

Negotiation skills

Legal drafting (NDAs)

Cross-border coordination

Communication skills

Word/Docs tools

Education

J.D. or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

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Job description

JPMorgan Chase & Co. in Columbus, OH is seeking an Associate Counsel to join the Legal Shared Services Team, focusing on Trading & Markets and restructuring matters.

You will review, draft, and negotiate a variety of agreements, provide actionable guidance, and support cross-border transactions. The role emphasizes collaboration with internal stakeholders, managing multiple priorities, and delivering high-quality work under tight timeframes in a high-volume environment.