JPMorganChase · 2 hours ago
Asset Management Private Markets Alternatives Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expJPMorganChase is one of the largest asset and wealth managers globally, seeking a Vice President, Assistant General Counsel to support their Private Markets Alternatives Legal team. The role involves providing legal counsel on complex alternative investment products and managing legal issues related to private funds.
Asset ManagementBankingFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Provide legal advice and counsel to J.P. Morgan Asset Management Private Markets Alternatives with a focus on the private credit and private equity asset classes
Provide legal support and advice across private funds, registered alternative investment funds, separately managed account mandates, funds-of-one, employees’ securities companies, carried interest vehicles and other products that relate to Alternatives strategies
Advise the business on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues relevant to the formation, structuring and management of fund products, including negotiation of side letters and other contracts, as well as transactional work for such products
Work closely with other members of the Legal Department and other control functions (e.g., Compliance, Risk) both within the U.S. and globally to identify and resolve issues
Collaborate with professionals across Legal, Compliance, and Risk functions
Participate in business committees and collaborate with colleagues across product strategy and development, finance, marketing, portfolio management, Compliance, Risk, and the Legal Department
Oversee and manage outside counsel efficiently
Coordinate as needed with other divisions of Asset & Wealth Management
Provide legal support for special projects and cross-Alternatives initiatives
Perform additional duties as assigned to ensure high-quality legal support for the business
Qualification
Required
JD degree
Minimum of 5 years of relevant law firm, financial institution or comparable experience
Knowledge of investment management legal issues, including pertinent regulations and guidance on investment advisory issues
Strong understanding of private fund formation and private fund structures
Knowledge of relevant laws (e.g. Investment Advisers Act)
Willingness to develop knowledge of new fund structures, investment products, asset classes, lines of business, and areas of law
Demonstrated legal analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills
Demonstrated strong interpersonal, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills, with proven ability to serve as a trusted advisor to business partners or clients
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making capabilities
Proven ability to work independently, prioritize multiple projects, and manage competing deadlines effectively
Proactive, responsive, and dynamic team player with a solutions-oriented mindset and strong leadership qualities
Preferred
Experience with private credit, private equity and public/private strategies and products
Understanding of ERISA and the Bank Holding Company Act
Experience with the Investment Company Act
Knowledge of BDCs, 1940 Act registered closed end funds, and 1933 and 1934 Act registered funds
Benefits
Comprehensive health care coverage
On-site health and wellness centers
A retirement savings plan
Backup childcare
Tuition reimbursement
Mental health support
Financial coaching
Company
JPMorganChase
With a history tracing its roots to 1799 in New York City, JPMorganChase is one of the world's oldest, largest, and best-known financial institutions—carrying forth the innovative spirit of our heritage firms in global operations across 100 markets.
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