JPMorgan Chase & Co. is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the post of APAC Capital Markets Legal Counsel.
About the JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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.
About the Opportunity
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the post of APAC Capital Markets Legal Counsel.
Roles and Responsibilities
- The candidate will initially be responsible for covering APAC Medium Term Note (MTN) Programme updates, establishments, drawdowns, accessions, and standalone issuances by issuers across APAC countries. In time, the candidate will also have the opportunity to work on bespoke projects and different products as appropriate. The candidate will work closely with APAC bankers and legal colleagues, with touchpoints across various global teams.
- Proactively supports the business groups across APAC which originate transactions, through review and negotiation of legal documents, legal advice, and providing guidance on risk assessment and solutions.
- Review, negotiate, and assist with the drafting of confidentiality agreements, mandate letters, underwriting, and related documentation.
- Instruct and work closely with external counsel in the review and negotiation of legal opinions and supervising the legal due diligence involving the business and transaction.
- Liaise with the business teams, other control areas, and colleagues in Legal in setting/maintaining documentation standards, and internal policies and monitoring relevant legal, regulatory, and documentation developments.
- Proactively sharing experience and know-how with colleagues in Legal, where appropriate globally. Provide training to the business and within Legal as appropriate
- Participation in Legal and Firm-wide projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- A minimum of 5 years PQE in India (additional qualification from the US and/or England & Wales will be viewed favorably).
- International capital markets experience in a top-tier law firm and/or in-house experience in a comparable financial institution MTN program-related work experience will be viewed favorably but is not a prerequisite.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to interact with senior business personnel and stakeholders in other functions.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to cover matters across time zones with regional and global stakeholders.
- Work under pressure and appropriately prioritize to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards and identifying and escalating issues in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Adapt and apply legal skills in new businesses and subjects in which a lawyer may not have expertise.
- Work both independently and as a team player, proactively and multitasking.
How to Apply?
Interested applicants can apply through the link given at the end of the post.
Application Deadline
May 12, 2023.
Location
Mumbai.
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Source: Lawctopus
