Technology Transaction Attorney - Assistant Vice President, Senior Counsel

The Global Technology Legal Practice Group, which is a part of the Corporate Legal Department, provides legal support to the firm’s technology organization, and to all business units on technology matters. Among other topics, this Practice Group provides primary legal coverage in the areas of Intellectual Property, Cybersecurity, Privacy, Blockchain and Cryptocurrencies, Cloud, Data Management, Technology Transactions, Outsourcing, SaaS and Licensing Agreements, and other emerging technologies including quantum computing and artificial intelligence/machine learning.  The Practice Group supports many of the firm’s most innovative and cutting edge initiatives, including new products and services, the acquisition of all technology services, research and development, and external partnerships and collaborations. 

As a Technology Transaction Attorney - Assistant Vice President, Senior Counsel without our Technology Legal team.  This junior attorney will focus on technology transactional works primarily for the firm’s Global Technology organization and the Consumer and Community Bank. The attorney in this role will handle the structuring, drafting, negotiation and analysis of agreements for the acquisition of global and domestic technology products and services, including but not limited to intellectual property licenses, outsourcing, software license/support and  SaaS agreements. The attorney will work closely with colleagues in Sourcing, Third-Party Oversight, Information Security and Global Technology.  This is an excellent opportunity for a junior attorney with a foundation in technology transactions and outsourcing to work at the intersection of finance and technology, and to gain exposure to a complex and innovative industry-leading technology strategy.    

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 

• Structure, draft  and negotiate agreements with third parties related to technology, including but not limited to intellectual property licenses, SaaS agreements, software, hardware and maintenance agreements, reseller agreements, professional services agreements, market data agreements, index license agreements, platform agreements, and cloud services contracts.
• Manage end-to-end negotiations, and navigate internal processes and coordinate e with internal stakeholders, partners and clients to reach timely and successful execution of agreements.
• Provide guidance and subject matter expertise on new and existing regulatory requirements to internal business and functional partners.
• Support the firm’s investments and acquisitions by conducting diligence on technology companies, including with respect to IP, controls, privacy, and technology.
• Provide advisory and transactional support to the firm’s applied research teams and innovation centers in the technology organization.
• Provide advisory support on information security topics, including both data protection and cybersecurity matters, to all lines of business and to the firm’s central controls teams.
• Build cross-functional teams with business, compliance and strategy partners to solve for novel legal issues presented by the application of new technologies in financial services. 

Required 

• JD or educational equivalent required. Attorney candidates must be in compliance with all relevant licensing requirements including the requirements of the jurisdiction where the role will be located prior to commencement of employment.
• At least 3 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or corporate law environment with substantial experience in one of the Practice Group’s core coverage areas.
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts for technology/outsourcing transactions with third party providers, e.g. software licensing/support, software as a service, content licenses, reseller agreements, outsourcing, cloud, consulting, professional and other services agreements.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity, technology controls, information security, data privacy and protection, and data management.
• Familiarity with global regulatory issues relevant to the use of technology in financial services, including outsourcing and third-party risk management.
• Strong interest in new and emerging technology solutions and applications.
• Understanding of the intellectual property issues raised by emerging technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, business judgment and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, organizational and negotiation skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of personnel and management, including senior executives.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure, handle deadlines, and manage multiple tasks in a high performance environment.

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