Legal Specialist

Job Description

Are you ready to join a dynamic and collegial legal team advising on a variety of legal and regulatory matters? Join JPMorgan Chase's Business Banking Legal team as a Legal Specialist and play a crucial role in supporting the Firm's small business deposit and lending products, services and operations. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with attorneys, customer-facing bankers, centralized onboarding and servicing teams, operations, marketing, compliance and controls. You will be providing professional legal support and contributing to continuous improvement efforts, innovation, collaboration and excellence. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about legal services, this is your chance to excel in a dynamic and complex business environment.

As a Legal Specialist in the Business Banking Legal team, you will be part of the wider Consumer and Community Banking Legal Group, supporting the Firm’s small business deposit and lending business. You will function within the Legal Department of JPMorgan Chase & Co., providing legal services organized by Practice Groups that conform to the Firm’s lines of business. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with specific groups on a daily basis, contributing to the Firm's success.

The Legal Department at JPMorgan Chase & Co. manages legal and other risks, advises on products and services, interprets laws and regulations that impact the firm, and advises the firm on other matters. Our global team is made up of 2,000 lawyers and legal professionals with a reputation as thought leaders who deliver best-in-class services. As trusted advisors, we help the firm’s clients while also safeguarding the integrity of the firm. We are committed to a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where people can grow and succeed throughout their careers while working for a first-in-class financial institution doing cutting-edge work. If these values resonate with you, we would like to hear from you.

Job responsibilities

• Review and respond to customer service inquiries and complaints escalated within the Firm.
• Provide legal professional support to Business Banking attorneys, including preparation of draft letters to customers, internal communications, and presentations.
• Research and monitor state and federal laws and regulations for impacts to Business Banking and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Review and update forms and business procedures as a trusted partner with the business teams.
• Multitask and prioritize work in a complex business environment, maintaining communication with attorneys regarding project status.
• Partner with attorneys in Business Banking and other lines of business to support large-scale projects and initiatives.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a paralegal or legal specialist in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• A minimum of 2-year associate’s degree is required.
• Detail-oriented and organized; able to handle multiple assignments and competing priorities in a complex business and legal environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to effectively interact with various levels at the Firm.
• Familiarity with credit, deposit account, and product documentation and/or federal laws and regulations pertaining to banks would be a plus.
• Competence with the suite of Microsoft Office products; proficiency with PowerPoint, Excel, and/or Adobe Pro would be a plus.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Experience in a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Skills in legal drafting, contract review, and/or knowledge of lending or real estate closing processes
• A 4-year undergraduate degree is preferred

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.

About Us

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, 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.

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 for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

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.