Financial Markets Regulatory Associate Attorney

Financial Markets Regulatory Associate

• § Practice Area:
• Commodities, Futures, and Sophisticated Financial Instruments Regulation
• § Location:
• New York, NY or Washington, DC
• § Salary:
• $225,000 to $415,000 Base Salary (Comprehensive performance-based bonus and elite benefits package)
• § Schedule:
• Full-time, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,850 hours annual billed

§ The Firm:

The hiring firm is a distinguished AmLaw 50 international powerhouse with a storied legacy of operating at the critical intersection of government, technology, and business. With over 1,000 elite legal professionals distributed across 12 strategic global offices, they are consistently recognized for their commitment to technical excellence and high-stakes advocacy. This firm is a perennial leader in regulatory and enforcement matters, frequently ranked Tier 1 by Chambers and Partners for its sophisticated handling of complex financial market issues. They offer an environment where legal talent is nurtured through high-level collaboration across diverse practice groups, ensuring a comprehensive approach to the most challenging legal mandates in the financial sector.

§ Duties:

The incoming Associate will join a premier group that advises the world’s most significant financial market participants on the full spectrum of regulatory, transactional, and enforcement challenges.

⨖ Providing strategic counsel on US commodity, futures, and derivatives regulations to exchange facilities, clearinghouses, and swap dealers.

⨖ Drafting and negotiating complex transactional documentation for financial instruments while ensuring adherence to evolving federal oversight standards.

⨖ Advising commodity pools, trading advisors, and futures commission merchants on operational compliance and regulatory frameworks.

⨖ Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams in Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Bank Regulation, and Securities Litigation to address multifaceted client needs.

⨖ Assisting in the defense and representation of clients during regulatory enforcement inquiries and investigations.

§ Qualifications:

⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

⨖ Active Bar License in good standing in New York or the District of Columbia.

⨖ Minimum of Two (2) Years of relevant post-JD experience in derivatives, futures, or capital markets regulation.

⨖ Demonstrated capacity for high-level analytical thinking and the ability to navigate dense regulatory environments.

§ Skills:

⨖ Prior experience within a major law firm setting or relevant government oversight agency.

⨖ Specific exposure to the regulatory nuances of decentralized finance (DeFi) or emerging financial technologies.

⨖ Proficiency in managing complex regulatory projects independently while maintaining a collaborative team focus.

⨖ Exceptional writing and communication skills necessary for high-stakes advocacy and client advisory.

!Notice¡: *

This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.