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In need of a 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 instruments

ABOUT US

JPMorgan 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/Veterans

About The Team

The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world’s most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.

Clients turn to our industry-leading Markets, Sales and Research team to offer clients unique market insights on sectors and companies, and actionable ideas using research to make well-informed investment decisions. Teams understand products across asset classes and help clients structure solutions that manage risk, enhance yield and solve complex financial problems.