Government Regulation Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Government Regulation Associate to join its practice in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have experience in U.S. international trade and national security matters, including economic sanctions, export controls, and foreign investment review.

Duties

• Advise on OFAC sanctions, ITAR, EAR, and CBP requirements.
• Counsel clients on international trade compliance and conduct internal investigations.
• Prepare voluntary self-disclosures and obtain licenses and advisory opinions.
• Manage risk in cross-border transactions.
• Support M&A and private equity transactions through CFIUS filings and due diligence.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with U.S. government agencies such as OFAC, DDTC, BIS, and CFIUS preferred.
• Excellent drafting skills and superior academic credentials.
• Commitment to teamwork and client service.

Education

• J.D. degree required.

Certifications

• Good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Eligibility to waive into the DC Bar.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle significant responsibility and client interaction.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters across industries.
• Frequent client interaction.

Associates say that this Vault 20 law firm offers consistently substantive work across all levels of seniority and a collegial atmosphere. The prestigious firm, which has offices located across the country, provides valuable training and abundant mentorship opportunities to its associates, as well as a partner-track atmosphere that strives for high associate retention. Associates also praise the firm for its generous pro-bono and face-time policies.