Mid-Level Financial Regulatory Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Financial Regulatory Associate in Charlottesville to join its Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Department. The role involves advising clients on payments products, regulatory inquiries, money transmission, and compliance obligations across domestic and international markets.

Duties

• Advise clients on cutting-edge payment products and regulatory inquiries.
• Represent clients in consumer protection matters, including FCRA, FDCPA, ECOA, and more.
• Engage in lobbying and legislative affairs, licensing, and product counseling.
• Utilize innovative technology platforms to enhance legal services.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in financial regulatory matters.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact with diverse teams.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.
• Virginia Bar membership required.

Education

• Strong academic record from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Virginia Bar membership.

Skills

• Understanding of fintech clients and payment products.
• Experience with consumer protection laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance legal work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit bonus opportunities.
• Billable hours credit for pro bono work.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This small Virginia office has international offices in Europe, Russia, and beyond. Attorneys work hard in a friendly atmosphere and are rewarded with extremely competitive salaries and hefty bonuses. Specific areas of law practiced in the Virginia office include real estate finance and land use, aviation law, communications law, tax, trust and estate planning, and a wide range of litigation. They also have a significant practice in the areas of corporate finance and intellectual property rights.