Banking & Financial Services (Regulatory & Compliance) Attorney - Atlanta, GA Direct Counsel is partnering with a nationally recognized AmLaw 200 law firm to identify an
Attorney with
5-7 years of experienceto join its
Banking and Financial Services business unit, specifically in the
firm's financial regulatory and compliance practice. Candidates must hold an
active license in their home jurisdiction or must be eligible for admission.
This is a unique opportunity to join industry experts in a growing and specialized practice. This attorney will assist two partners in:- Federal and state regulatory investigations and supervisions
- Reviewing policies and procedures, compliance management system infrastructure and risk management systems
- Analysis of various financial services statutes and regulations to support client regulatory expectations in the areas of payments, lending, debt collection, mortgage servicing for banks and non-banking institutions
- Assistance in providing regulatory due diligence for M&A financial services transactions
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Analytical and critical thinking along with strong problem-solving skills
- Direct interaction with clients and regulators
- Strong subject matter expertise in financial services regulation, extensive legal research, proficiency in the work product
- Detail-oriented and should possess a solid work ethic and good interpersonal skills
- An interest in supporting and contributing to business development initiatives, including client alerts, industry presentations, conference participation, and relationship-building within the financial services sector
Compensation & Benefits: - Salary range: $200,000 - $220,000 annually (DOE).
- Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance with HSA/FSA options
- Dental, vision
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacation and sick time
- Parking/public transportation allowance
- Employee assistance program.
