Distressed Legal Analyst, Executive Director.Job Summary:As a Distressed Legal Analyst Executive Director, you will be responsible for Legal analysis that would be applied to cases, as well as the prospective legal vulnerabilities and protections provided by credit documents and bond indentures, working directly with credit traders across several trading groups.Job Responsibilities:
Legal analysis that would be applied to cases, as well as the prospective legal vulnerabilities and protections provided by credit documents and bond indentures
Work directly with credit traders across several trading groups
Identify compelling trade opportunities
Provide legal overlay to credit analysis in complex distressed credits
Provide real-time analysis of relevant news flow on a company and/or legal cases or legislation
Interaction with the global sales force, client base, publishing research team and broader desk analyst team
Manage risk - on both single-name and broader book basis
Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
Strong work ethic and be a self-starter who is able to work independently and is also comfortable being part of a larger team
Strong legal skills, with rigorous analytical capabilities
Strong ability to multi-task and work on numerous credits across different industries
Strong willingness and ability to pivot quickly in their work focus with an understanding that some opportunities will last months/years and others days
Strong communication skills with ability to provide clear and succinct verbal updates to colleagues, clients and senior executives
Bachelor's degree and legal degree required
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
Trading desk / buy-side / investing experience
Experience looking at a broad array of legal cases and applying legal views to analyze the value of loans, bonds claims and other instrumentsJPMorgan Chase & Co., 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. For those in eligible roles, we offer discretionary incentive compensation which may be awarded in recognition of firm performance and 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/VeteransBase Pay/SalaryNew York,NY $200,000.00 - $350,000.00 / year
