Join JPMC's dynamic team as a Global Financial Crimes Legal Advisor, where your expertise in AML and financial crime regulations will drive impactful change. Collaborate with industry leaders and shape the future of compliance in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. Your strategic insights will be pivotal in navigating complex legal frameworks and fostering innovation. Be part of a team that values your contributions and empowers you to make a difference.

As a Global Financial Crimes Legal Advisor in the Global Financial Crimes Legal team, you will provide critical strategic legal advice on the key financial crimes subject matters to different internal functions and lines of business operated by JPMC, and should have experience in U.S. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policy, legislation, regulation, and compliance program practice; also helpful, but not essential, is experience in Anti-Corruption, AML in asset and investment management, a working knowledge of the U.S. Sanctions regime, and relationships or familiarity with the U.S. financial crimes and banking regulators and examiners. This role offers the opportunity to influence policy reform, engage with key regulators, and support JPMC's compliance initiatives. You will work closely with internal partners, leveraging your expertise to anticipate regulatory trends and drive strategic solutions.

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:

Lead and advocate for AML policy reform with regulators and legislators. Monitor changes in AML, ABC, and Sanctions laws and industry trends. Provide legal advice to business colleagues on AML and Sanctions issues. Support GFCC on projects related to Suspicious Activity Reporting. Advise on systems and controls for regulatory compliance. Collaborate with internal and external counsel on investigative matters. Support GFCC training in financial crime coverage areas. Develop and maintain client relationships. Translate complex legal concepts into practical solutions. Drive creative problem-solving initiatives. Communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

U.S.-qualified lawyer with minimum 10 years of experience in financial services regulatory matters. Strong knowledge of U.S. AML/KYC regimes and the AML Act of 2020. Familiarity with legal frameworks for financial institution products and transactions. Leadership and project management skills. Ability to develop solid client relationships. Experience in translating legal concepts into solutions. Creative problem-solving skills. Fluency in English with excellent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

Experience in international AML, Sanctions, and ABC frameworks. Familiarity with asset and investment management AML practices. Strong networking skills with regulators and industry partners. Experience in cross-border information sharing. Knowledge of digital assets and emerging financial technologies. Ability to anticipate regulatory focus areas. Experience in training and development in compliance areas.

All candidates for roles in the Legal department must be licensed to practice law in the country of employment and successfully complete a conflicts of interest clearance review prior to commencement of employment.