Banking and Financial Services Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney with 5-7 years of experience to join its Banking and Financial Services practice in Washington, DC. This role involves working with partners on federal and state regulatory investigations, compliance management, and regulatory due diligence for financial services transactions.

Duties

• Assist in federal and state regulatory investigations and supervisions.
• Review policies, procedures, and compliance management systems.
• Analyze financial services statutes and regulations.
• Provide regulatory due diligence for M&A transactions.
• Engage in business development initiatives.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in financial services regulation.
• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented with a solid work ethic.
• Good interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Licensed in home jurisdiction or eligible for admission.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Bar admission in home jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and work product.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Effective communication and client interaction skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.

An entrepreneurial firm with a great culture serving clients in all areas of business and government legal services, this firm delivers a client-centered culture. Ranked as a Top 100 client service law firm in the United States, as well as employing 64 Best Lawyers in America, this multi-disciplinary, international law firm draws on their attorneys' comprehensive industry and policy knowledge, as well as the global network of industry advisor and subject-matter exerts, to provide innovative legal solutions and client-service excellence worldwide.