CFTC Regulatory Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks an Associate with significant experience in Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regulatory matters for their practice in Irvine, CA. The successful candidate will advise clients on compliance with the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) and CFTC Regulations, engage with emerging markets, including digital currency, and collaborate on cross-disciplinary matters.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda on CEA, CFTC Regulations, and enforcement trends.
• Review and analyze proposed registrants and business models for compliance.
• Engage with new and emerging markets, especially digital currency.
• Assist in preparing regulatory filings and no-action letters.
• Collaborate on cross-disciplinary matters, including transactional and litigation.
• Participate in client meetings and pitches.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of direct CFTC and CEA experience.
• Experience with DCM compliance issues, including prediction markets.
• Fluency with digital currency regulatory matters.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills and eagerness to learn.
• Membership to the State Bar of the state in which the candidate expects to be located is required.
• Experience with SEC regulations valued, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.

Certifications

• Membership to the State Bar required.

Skills

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and writing abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across practice areas.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

This firm takes a cross-discipline approach to legal practice; attorneys develop their careers to their fullest potential in a work environment dedicated to collaboration and client solutions. These attorneys then implement their skills and experience to foster long-term client relationships, advising clients on a broad array of legal issues.