Head of Legal

3 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. Full time

**What you will do**:

- Provide legal and strategic advice to business partners, including senior level management and directors of the Global Shares Group;
- Review and negotiate legal contracts with corporate clients and external vendors contracts; draft and maintain share plan access and brokerage terms of business for Global Shares' 650,000 employee participants;
- Monitor relevant legislation and regulation affecting Global Shares. Engage with and support Compliance and Risk Management functions in analysing the requirements of new laws and regulations impacting the business;
- Develop and lead corporate legal strategy to promote and protect the business, integrate Global Shares into the wider J.P. Morgan group and support it in the delivery of group goals, strategies and priorities;
- Provide input to business on legal aspects of new product development and service delivery projects;
- Manage a team of lawyers and other members of the legal department;
- Oversee the development and management of relationships with external advisors;
- Work closely with colleagues in different locations in Europe and other regions, both business representatives and control functions such as Compliance and Risk Management, where required.

**What you should have**:

- Proven track record of providing accurate and effective legal counsel. Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical solutions. Excellent judgement and decision-making skills, in particular the ability to identify legal risk and direct both the business and external counsel to key issues.
- Experience in leading and managing a legal team.
- Familiarity with the legal and regulatory frameworks governing financial institution products services and transactions. Demonstrated experience in MiFID, MAR, IFR/D, AMLD and GDPR would be an advantage.
- An understanding of the operation of employee share plans and trust structures would be an advantage but not essential.
- Effective communication skills with excellent negotiation and presentation skills and a consistent track record of securing and maintaining effective client relations, demonstrating strong influencing and partnerships skills.

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 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 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. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

As a part of our commitment to health and safety, we have implemented various COVID-related health and safety requirements for our workforce. Employees are expected to follow the Firm's current COVID-19 or other infectious disease health and safety requirements, including local requirements. Requirements include sharing information including your vaccine card in the firm's vaccine record tool, and may include mask wearing. Requirements may change in the future with the evolving public health landscape. JPMorgan Chase will consider accommodation requests as required by applicable law.

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, discretionary incentive compensation which may be 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.

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