Technology Legal Senior Counsel

JPMorganChase•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

Join a world-class legal team at the forefront of innovation in financial services and technology. As part of our Global Technology Legal Practice Group, you will help drive the firm’s most cutting-edge initiatives and support transformative technology strategies. This is your opportunity to work with industry leaders, influence major business decisions, and make a tangible impact on the future of finance. Collaborate with talented colleagues across the globe and develop your expertise in technology transactions. If you are passionate about technology and law, we want you on our team. As an Assistant Vice President, Senior Counsel in the Global Technology Legal Practice Group, you will provide legal support for technology transactions and initiatives across the firm. You will work closely with business, compliance, and technology partners to structure, draft, and negotiate a wide range of technology agreements. This role empowers you to take on significant responsibility, build strong relationships, and contribute to the success of our global technology strategy. You will have the chance to develop your skills in a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative environment.

Requirements

Law degree or educational equivalent, with compliance to all relevant licensing requirements for the jurisdiction of employment
Minimum of three years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment
Extensive experience drafting and negotiating contracts for technology and outsourcing transactions with third-party providers
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and legal research skills
Demonstrated business judgment and strategic thinking
Proven ability to independently identify issues, analyze problems, and provide viable solutions
Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational creative problem-solving , and negotiation skills
Ability to work accurately under pressure, handle deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a high-performance environment
Ability to follow up on assignments in a timely manner and exercise sound business judgment
Ability to build consensus and collaborate across a global organization
Strong client service orientation and relationship-building skills
All candidates for roles in the Legal Department must successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.
Attorneys must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing or otherwise eligible to practice law in the jurisdiction in which the position is based.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with global regulatory issues relevant to technology in financial services, including outsourcing and third-party risk management
Strong interest in new and emerging technology solutions and applications
Experience supporting technology investments and acquisitions, including due diligence on intellectual property rights and privacy
Knowledge of cloud, data management, and technology transactions in a financial services context
Experience working with cross-functional teams on complex legal and business issues
Demonstrated ability to manage outside counsel effectively
Strong interest in emerging technology and commitment to continuous learning and development in technology law

Responsibilities

Structure, draft, and negotiate agreements with third parties for technology products and services, including intellectual property licenses, SaaS, software, hardware, maintenance, reseller, professional services, market data, index license, platform, and cloud services contracts
Manage end-to-end negotiations and coordinate with internal stakeholders to achieve timely and successful execution of agreements
Provide guidance and subject matter expertise on new and existing regulatory requirements to business and functional partners
Support the firm’s investments and acquisitions by conducting diligence on technology companies, focusing on intellectual property, controls, privacy, and technology
Build cross-functional teams with business, procurement, compliance, and strategy partners to address novel legal issues related to new technologies in financial services
Advise on contract negotiation, documentation, and dispute resolution for technology transactions
Interpret and advise on existing and emerging laws, rules, and regulations relevant to technology and outsourcing
Deliver clear, effective legal advice to both legal and non-legal professionals, including senior executives
Manage multiple complex matters simultaneously with outstanding organizational and project management skills
Select, engage, and manage outside counsel as needed for technology-related matters
Foster strong client and inter-department colleague relationships across a global matrix organization