Senior Financial Regulatory Associate or Counsel (Washington, D.C.)

Work Type: Hybrid

Locations: Washington, DC

Time Type: Full Time

Summary

A senior-level associate or counsel candidate is sought to work in the Financial Regulatory and Technology Group (FRTG). The FRTG handles cutting-edge bank regulatory, consumer protection, non-bank and fintech, digital asset, and payments matters.

A presence in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area is strongly preferred, but not necessary.

Education

• JD

Bar Admission

• Admitted to practice in Washington, D.C.

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience at a law firm and/or a financial institution
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience
• Financial institution experience preferred
• Experience advising on financial regulatory matters centered around banking operations, payments, and online financial services, including ACH and NACHA transactions
• Experience advising on consumer and commercial finance, including residential mortgage lending, auto finance, and retail installment sales contracts
• Experience advising on investment brokerage activities
• Experience advising on electronic contracting and the transformation of financial products and services to a digital environment
• Experience advising on a broad range of federal and state laws and regulations specific to financial services institutions (such as consumer compliance laws, anti-money laundering laws, ESIGN, UETA, and the Uniform Commercial Code)

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Capable of interacting with clients and preparing client-ready work product and deliverables
• Creative, innovative, and resourceful
• Motivated with strong attention to detail
• Good business judgment and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Conceptual thinking with the ability to influence others
• Persuasive communication and management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations

While specific job requirements may vary depending on the scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements, including:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required
• Foster positive work relationships
• Comply with all firm policies and practices
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned
• Employees are expected to embrace and uphold the firm's values as part of the firm's culture. Commitment to excellence in client representation and professional development is required

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid with some in-office expectations
• Some travel required

Pay Transparency

The expected annual pay range for this position, if hired to work in Washington, D.C., is $390,000 – $435,000 per year. The compensation offered to a candidate selected for employment will depend on various factors, including the candidate's geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. A comprehensive package of benefits is offered, including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).