Financial Services Licensing Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a dynamic Financial Services Licensing Associate for its Washington, DC office. The role focuses on mortgage lending, servicing, and financial services licensing matters. Candidates should possess a strong understanding of federal and state compliance laws related to mortgage lending and servicing, or a desire to specialize in this area.

Duties

• Assist with all aspects of licensing matters, including new company licensing and ownership changes.
• Evaluate licensing obligations for financial services companies across all states and the District of Columbia.
• Manage licensing processes through the Nationwide Multistate Licensing System & Registry.
• Conduct extensive legal research and draft formal and informal correspondence.
• Interact directly with clients and regulatory agencies.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of sophisticated licensing experience; mortgage or financial services licensing experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple projects.

Education

• Superior academic credentials from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• None specified.

Skills

• Excellent communication and legal research skills.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Team player mentality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Retirement benefits.

Founded in 1871, this law firm has more than 200 lawyers practicing in areas such as antitrust, appellate litigation, biotechnology, construction, estate planning, governmental affairs, healthcare, intellectual property, and white-collar criminal defense. The firm represents several enterprises listed on national stock exchanges, including the largest bank-holding company in Alabama, and serves as regional counsel for a number of banks and other financial institutions. It also serves many individuals, partnerships, corporations, proprietorships, state and local governments, and governmental agencies.