What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Regulatory & Technology Associate Attorney position at Direct Counsel?
Financial Regulatory & Technology Associate Attorney
Location: Washington, D.C.
Schedule: Hybrid – regular in-office presence with some flexibility to work from home
Compensation: $235,000 – $310,000 DOE
Direct Counsel is seeking a Financial Regulatory & Technology Associate Attorney with 2–4 years of experience to join a well-established firm with a nationally recognized financial services practice. This role focuses on advising banks, financial institutions, and their investors on complex regulatory and technology-driven matters, including compliance, product development, and investigations.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advise clients on regulatory compliance and approvals from federal banking agencies (OCC, Federal Reserve, FDIC) and state regulators.
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Assist with investigations and enforcement matters involving financial services companies.
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Support compliance programs, due diligence, and regulatory approvals for financial products and services.
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Counsel clients on laws impacting banks and non-bank financial service providers, including the Bank Holding Company Act, National Bank Act, Federal Reserve Act, Federal Deposit Insurance Act, Bank Secrecy Act, UDAAP, and Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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Contribute to thought leadership through publications and client alerts, staying current on emerging regulatory trends.
Qualifications:
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J.D. from an accredited law school.
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2–4 years of experience at an AmLaw 100 firm in financial regulatory matters.
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Admission to practice in the District of Columbia.
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Strong analytical, research, and communication skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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Prior experience with OCC, Federal Reserve, or financial institution compliance programs is a plus.
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Exposure to litigation or internal investigations is a bonus.
Salary : $235,000 - $310,000
