Vice President Legal - Credit Card Marketing Attorney

Join JPMorgan Chase & Co., a leading global financial services firm, as a trusted legal advisor. Be part of a dynamic team that manages legal risks in marketing and advertising, providing innovative solutions to advance business objectives. Embrace a culture of inclusivity and belonging, where you can grow and succeed in your career while working on cutting-edge projects. If you are passionate about legal excellence and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

As a Marketing Credit Card Attorney - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel in the Marketing Legal team, you will provide trusted advice to the Marketing, Communications, Brand and Paid Media teams. You will provide transactional support and trusted advice with respect to vendor agreements, sponsorships, influencer engagements and other areas of advertising and marketing. This position provides an excellent opportunity to build an exciting career in a leading global financial services firm and to play a key part in managing legal risks for in an evolving and dynamic area of the law and business.   

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

• Provide strategic and commercially pragmatic legal and regulatory advice to key senior leaders of the Card Services and Connected Commerce businesses, including the Product Owners for co-brand partnerships, Card Marketing, Growth and Innovation, and Lending Innovation and their teams, with respect to all aspects of consumer and small business lending products and features. The position is responsible for providing trusted advice in all areas, including credit cards, lending to consumers and small businesses, creating and operating buy now, pay later products and maintaining compliant operations. 
• Support Card Services and Connected Commerce on new product offerings and initiatives, draft and approve language for regulatory customer notices and customer experiences, and support multiple areas of the Card Services and Connected Commerce organizations, including Acquisitions, Pricing, Marketing, Risk, Product and Customer Service. 
• Draft and negotiate a broad range of marketing and advertising agreements, including master vendor/professional services agreements, event sponsorships, speaker agreements, releases and licenses, co-marketing agreements, social media, talent, influencer/celebrity, content creation, licensing, and media buying agreements.
• Interface regularly with branding and in-house media management teams to provide advice and support for digital media buying projects and initiatives.
• Support and review marketing and advertising campaign content from concept through execution, providing legal and regulatory compliance risk assessments.
• Develop deep subject matter expertise in US regulations, industry guidelines, and self-regulatory standards for marketing and advertising.
• Understand the digital marketing and paid media ecosystems, addressing legal and privacy issues surrounding advertising technologies and social media platforms.
• Manage workloads, multiple client demands, and shifting and competing priorities within a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• About 5+ years of legal experience, including contract drafting and negotiations of credit card marketing agreements, ideally for activations and promotions.
• In-depth understanding of consumer lending regulations, particularly credit card regulations, with experience in their application, advertising and compliance. 
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Deep transactional experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on vendor and supplier agreements.
• Experience in digital media, marketing, and advertising legal matters.
• Familiarity with IAB standards, FTC, and advertising regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, with confidence to be outspoken when necessary
• Proficient collaboration skills and team-minded perspective. 
• Strong people leadership, analytical and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience with affiliate marketing, data collection, and consent requirements.
• Ability to propose creative solutions to advance business objectives in a risk-tolerant manner.
• Interest in developing expertise in marketing and advertising regulations.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and advertising technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams; manage tight time sensitivities and deliver practical solutions to business and partner needs across various disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment, to stay calm under pressure and maintain a good sense of humor.

 

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.

JPMorganChase, 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. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of 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’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans