JPMorgan Global Financial Crimes - Vice President Assistant General Counsel 

United States, Ohio, Columbus 

641959790

As an Assistant General Counsel in the Global Financial Crimes Legal team, you will provide expert legal advice and transactional support across all regions and lines of business. You will work closely with compliance, business, and other legal groups to address issues related to anti-money laundering, Know Your Customer requirements, anti-corruption, and economic sanctions laws and regulations. This role offers the opportunity to engage in high-impact projects and collaborate with senior attorneys and investigative units.

Job Responsibilities:

• Support the provision of legal advice and transactional support on AML, KYC, anti-corruption, and sanctions laws.
• Assist internal and external counsel in legal and investigative matters related to financial crimes.
• Advise on special projects arising from the administration of the global AML program.
• Support senior attorneys with investigative units, subpoena processing, and SAR filing.
• Analyze regulatory and legislative developments and advise on implementation.
• Provide legal advice on the development and review of policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings and committees to offer legal advice on AML, sanctions, and ABC matters.
• Perform additional tasks as required by the Legal department.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• JD or educational equivalent; compliance with relevant licensing requirements.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a U.S.-qualified lawyer in transactional, litigation, or financial services regulatory matters.
• Understanding of banking and brokerage investment products and transactions.
• Knowledge of AML, BSA/USA PATRIOT Act, and OFAC regulations.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with compliance-related investigations and regulatory matters.
• Ability to foster client relationships and collaborate in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Confidence in translating complex legal concepts into practical solutions.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience in a major law firm, prosecutor’s office, government agency, or large multinational corporation.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in a high-pressure environment.