Associate Counsel - EMEA Regulatory Filings

Job Description
About JPMorganChase:
At JPMorganChase, we are committed to integrity, compliance, and excellence in managing our regulatory obligations across the globe. Our EMEA Filings Team is pivotal in ensuring that our operations meet stringent regulatory requirements within Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. We invite driven professionals with a meticulous approach to regulatory compliance to join our team and contribute to our mission of upholding best-in-class standards.
Position Overview:
The EMEA Filings Team will be responsible for regulatory filings, statutory submissions, and compliance obligations across EMEA. This role involves collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure all filings are filed timely, accurate, and compliant with local and regional regulations. The team will also play a key role in onboarding a new vendor to source regulatory rules and working with management to implement a robust operating model with core controls. In addition, the incumbent will track regulatory changes, support audits, and ongoing process refinement for continuous improvement in filings and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Filings & Statutory Compliance
   • Manage and execute regulatory filings, such as financial statements, annual returns, and required disclosures across jurisdictions in EMEA.
   • Monitor regulatory deadlines, ensure timely submissions and updates to the team's internal filings tool, and maintain an organized system for tracking all filings.
   • Collaborate with OTS EMEA Corporate Governance Contacts in respect of the delivery and execution of regulatory filings, where necessary
   • Collaborate with internal teams, including Legal, Finance, Compliance, and Tax, to source and compile necessary documentation for filings.
2. Stakeholder Collaboration & Communication
   • Act as a primary point of contact for queries related to regulatory filings and compliance within EMEA.
   • Coordinate with local regulatory authorities, auditors, and external advisors to address inquiries, compliance issues, and audits.
   • Communicate regulatory changes to stakeholders, ensuring prompt action to meet evolving filing requirements.

1. Reporting & Documentation
   • Prepare and deliver periodic reports on filing statuses, compliance metrics, and upcoming regulatory deadlines to senior leadership.
   • Maintain an organized repository of regulatory filings, ensuring accurate and accessible documentation for internal audits and compliance checks.
   • Prepare summary notes and provide insights into the filings landscape for EMEA to inform compliance strategy.
2. Process Improvement & Compliance Efficiency
   • Support the development of standardized filing processes, templates, and best practices for filings across EMEA.
   • Identify and implement improvements in the filing process to reduce risk, increase accuracy, and enhance compliance efficiency.
   • Leverage technology, internal filings tool and compliance tools to automate and streamline filing workflows where feasible.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in law and/or experienced Corporate Secretary; knowledge of corporate law and compliance highly desirable.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in regulatory compliance, filings, or statutory reporting, preferably within a financial services or multinational corporate environment.
• Strong knowledge of EMEA regulatory environments and familiarity with compliance obligations across multiple jurisdictions is a plus.
• Exceptional organizational and multitasking skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite, with experience in compliance and regulatory filing tools as a plus.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and knowledge of compliance best practices.

Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly detail-oriented, results driven with ability to multitask and meet deadlines
• Takes accountability for work product and owns duties through completion with proper follow up, resolves/escalates errors

What We Offer:

• An opportunity to work within a globally recognized financial institution that values compliance, integrity, and operational excellence.
• Exposure to complex regulatory environments and a unique chance to build expertise in EMEA-specific filings and compliance.
• Access to professional development resources, training, and pathways for career growth within JPMorganChase.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter highlighting their experience with regulatory filings, statutory compliance, and process improvement.
Please submit your Resume in English.
Job schedule: 7a.m. - 4 p.m.
About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
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.
About the Team
Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.