Associate - Legal - Asset Management at JPMC Candidate Experience page

Mumbai, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Drafting, Contract Negotiation, Asset Management, Regulatory Research, Client Documentation, Compliance, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Multitasking, Stakeholder Management

Industry

Financial Services

Description

JPMorganChase Legal delivers legal services across the firm through practice groups aligned to lines of business and corporate functions, enabling close day-to-day partnership with stakeholders. Job Summary As an Associate Legal Asset Management within the AM Legal team in Mumbai, you will be focusing primarily on reviewing and analyzing distribution and client agreements and will support efforts to promote documentation of asset management, and to communicate related requirements to the AM business. Job Responsibilities * Reviewing and drafting client facing documentation, including platform agreements for investment funds, terms of business, account opening documents, investment management agreements and non-disclosure agreements. * Work cross-functionally and globally to negotiate commercial agreements with J.P. Morgan’s clients. * Provide legal support to sales, client service and other internal collaborators. * Act as first point of contact in the Legal Department for assistance in advising on EMEA AM business issues in relation to distribution and client documentation of funds. * Assist EMEA AM Legal and other internal functions with the regular update and maintenance of AM client facing agreement templates. * Liaise and coordinate with external counsel and internal functions such as Compliance, internal lawyers and other stakeholders to source and coordinate feedback where necessary. * Conduct additional legal, regulatory and market research and assist on special projects as needed. * Have the opportunity to work on projects and product initiatives across EMEA AM Legal Team. Required Qualifications, capabilities and skills * Fluent in written and spoken English, with excellent English writing and communication skills. * Law degree and membership in jurisdictional organization. Attorney candidates must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including the requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment. * Minimum of 3 years of experience in legal practice. * A team player who can collaborate and communicate effectively with attorneys and other business and compliance professionals. * Strong analytical thinker who is detail-oriented, practical and skilled at issue spotting and problem solving. * Self-starter who is able to work collaboratively in a high performing team, takes ownership of responsibilities and projects, is results-oriented and flexible. * Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced, complex business environment and maintain communication with attorneys regarding project status and estimated completion timelines. 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 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 [https://careers.jpmorgan.com/us/en/how-we-hire/faqs] for more information about requesting an accommodation. 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.

Responsibilities

The role involves reviewing and drafting client-facing documentation and distribution agreements for asset management funds. It also requires collaborating globally to negotiate commercial agreements and providing legal support to internal business functions.