Assistant General Counsel – Fair and Responsible Banking, Vice President

As an Assistant General Counsel in the Fair and Responsible Banking practice group within JPMorgan Chase's Legal Department, you will provide legal support on the Americans with Disabilities Act, laws providing protections for elder and vulnerable individuals, fair lending and related laws (including the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Home Mortgage Disclosure Act and Fair Housing Act), and considerations when serving customers with limited English proficiency. The position can be located in the firm’s Columbus (Ohio), Plano, Tampa, Chicago, or Washington D.C. locations. (Consideration given for alternative locations for internal candidates only.) Please direct all location inquiries to the listed recruiter so they may review your request with the hiring manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on all aspects of legal, regulatory and compliance matters related to the Americans with Disabilities Act and Elder and Vulnerable Persons Abuse laws for both business and legal clients 
• Providing fair lending-related legal support to JPMC’s lines of business (e.g., Auto Lending, Business Banking, Card, Commercial Bank, and Home Lending), supporting operational areas (e.g., Fraud, Risk, and Collections), and JPMC’s Office of Fair Lending, which oversees and administers the firm’s overall Fair Lending Compliance Program
• Addressing questions related to compliance with fair lending and related laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, the Equal Credit Opportunity Act and Regulation B, the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act and Regulation C, the Fair Housing Act and its implementing regulations
• Assisting with unique fair lending, UDAP and other issues related to serving individuals with limited English proficiency

Qualifications: 

• JD or educational equivalent, and compliance with all relevant attorney licensing requirements, including requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment
• At least seven years of legal practicing experience (significant financial regulatory expertise preferred, but not required)
• Familiarity or experience with one or more of the following:
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act
  • Protections for elder and vulnerable individuals
  • Federal and state fair lending and related laws, including the Equal Credit Opportunity Act, Fair Housing Act, and their implementing regulations
• Strong analytical, organizational, strategic and written and oral communication skills
• An “ownership mentality” with demonstrated ability to manage a large number of issues simultaneously and effectively advise and engage management
• Demonstrated leadership, problem solving and project management skills, judgment and character
• A proven ability to operate in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with the ability to effectively navigate unsettled or uncharted legal issues
• Successful completion of a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment

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 offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set, and location. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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’ relig