Location: Columbus, OH, United States

Bring your expertise to JPMorganChase, 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. 

As a Marketing Legal 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 firms 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

• 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

• Minimum 8 years of legal experience, including contract drafting and negotiations.
• 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
• Proficient collaboration skills and team-minded perspective.

 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 and manage tight time sensitivities.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving environment.

 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.

A trusted advisor and legal expert to our Marketing, Communications, Brand and Paid Media teams.