Asset Management - Infrastructure Fund Formation - Vice President

Job Description
J.P. Morgan Asset Management (JPMAM) is the world's third-largest alternatives manager, with a 40-year history of delivering innovative alternative solutions across market cycles. Our alternative investment engines are managed by highly specialized independent teams, backed by the global reach, vast resources and robust governance of JPMAM. Our alternative strategies are designed to achieve specific client outcomes and built to deliver uncorrelated returns to traditional asset classes. Customized alternative portfolios can be tailored to individual client needs. We offer strategies across the alternative investment spectrum, including real estate, private equity and credit, infrastructure, transportation, liquid alternatives and hedge funds.
Job Summary
The Fund Execution Team (FET) is a specialist team within IIG that uses their legal experience to support strategic decision making in the areas of investment vehicle management, capital raising, capital deployment, regulatory, governance and asset management [1] . FET works closely with fund raising, investor relations, finance, tax and other IIG teams, portfolio companies, internal JPMorgan Legal and Compliance departments, external counsel and other advisors to achieve commercial outcomes for stakeholders. FET is seeking a qualified attorney with capital raising and investment vehicle formation and management experience who is also excited to develop new capabilities including in respect of regulatory positioning and credit and hedging facilities.
The successful candidate will be a curious, motivated and proactive self-starter, with strong communication, leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills, who has the ability to balance legal and commercial considerations and takes a collaborative approach to problem solving.
Job Responsibilities:

• Engage with investors to facilitate capital raising and ensure investors' requirements are met;
• Ensure appropriate risk management, governance, consistency and best practices in contractual arrangements with investors and investment vehicle reporting;
• Work with IIG team, external advisers, JPMorgan legal and compliance and other JPMorgan stakeholders to bridge the commercial and legal discourse;
• Assist in management of the independent board of the investment vehicle;
• Learn new skills, including regulatory positioning and investment vehicle credit and hedging arrangements, as the vehicle and its portfolio companies evolve over time;
• Demonstrate leadership within IIG ;
• Facilitate IIG's relationships within the capital raising community; and;
• Manage external legal counsel.

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• 5+ years of experience required
• Qualified to practice law
• Ability to work in a fast-paced international team environment;
• Intellectual rigor and curiosity;
• Commitment to continuous improvement;
• Commercial acumen and strong analytical skills;
• Strong and effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills;
• Willing and enthusiastic to learn about all faucets of the business and its stakeholders;
• Demonstrate commitment to team values, ESG, strategic objectives, effective risk management and broader legal and compliance requirements;
• Hands on problem-solving and trouble-shooting ability.
• Extensive experience with global investor base

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Industry focus: Infrastructure preferred
• Some in-house experience preferred

(1] Note that this position is not part of the JPMorgan Legal Department and will not be acting in the capacity of an attorney.
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.
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About the Team
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.