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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFinancial Services Regulatory Enforcement Associate AttorneyDirect Counsel is seeking a Financial Services Regulatory Enforcement Associate Attorney to join a highly regarded Am Law firm in New York, Seattle, or Washington, DC. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with experience handling regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and compliance matters involving financial institutions, fintech companies, and other regulated entities.The successful candidate will join a nationally recognized financial services practice representing clients in high-stakes matters before federal and state regulatory agencies. This role offers substantial client contact, sophisticated regulatory work, and the opportunity to collaborate with attorneys at the forefront of financial services and fintech regulation.Responsibilities Represent financial institutions, fintech companies, and other regulated entities in government investigations and regulatory enforcement mattersRespond to subpoenas, civil investigative demands, regulatory examinations, and government inquiriesDraft submissions, advocacy materials, memoranda, and responses to regulatory agenciesConduct internal investigations and assist clients facing regulatory scrutinyAdvise clients on regulatory compliance, enforcement risk, and risk mitigation strategiesAnalyze federal and state regulatory frameworks affecting financial services and fintech companiesAssist clients in preparing for regulatory examinations, investigations, interviews, and enforcement negotiationsSupport litigation and enforcement-related proceedings arising from regulatory investigationsDraft motions, legal memoranda, and other advocacy materialsManage discovery, document reviews, and factual investigationsCollaborate with partners and cross-functional teams on complex regulatory and enforcement mattersServe as a key member of client teams handling sophisticated financial services mattersQualifications J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials5-7 years of experience in regulatory enforcement, government investigations, or related litigationExperience handling matters involving financial services regulators or government enforcement agenciesLaw firm experience representing financial institutions, fintech companies, or other regulated entities preferredGovernment enforcement or regulatory agency experience is highly valuedStrong analytical, research, writing, and advocacy skillsAbility to independently manage significant aspects of complex investigations and enforcement mattersExcellent communication and client counseling abilitiesAbility to translate complex regulatory issues into practical business adviceEntrepreneurial mindset with strong ownership and project management skillsActive bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction, or ability to obtain admissionWhy Join This Opportunity? Work on sophisticated financial services and fintech regulatory mattersDirect involvement in high-profile government investigations and enforcement proceedingsSignificant responsibility and client interactionCollaborative and nationally recognized financial services practiceOpportunity to work with both established financial institutions and emerging fintech companiesStrong mentorship, professional development, and advancement opportunitiesCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packageCompensation Base Salary: $225,000 - $330,000Compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.Direct Counsel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.