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Federal Reserve Bank Sr Attorney (Banking Regulation and Policy) - Legal in Washington, District Of Columbia
Sr Attorney (Banking Regulation and Policy) - Legal - R024498 Primary Location : DC-Washington : Employee Status : Regular Overtime Status : Exempt Job Type : Standard Work Shift: : 1st Shift : : Relocation Provided: : Yes Compensation Grade Low: : FR PAY GRADE 27 Compensation Grade High: : FR PAY GRADE 28 Minimum Salary: : $134,900.00 Maximum Salary: : $266,500.00 Posting Date : May 22, 2024
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Requirements FR-27 Successful candidate will have at least four years of work experience as a practicing attorney in private practice or government agency and general knowledge in the regulation of financial institutions or in the regulation of securities, derivatives, insurance or commodities. Prior experience in developing and drafting regulations applicable to banking organizations or other financial institutions also is valuable. Corporate transactional experience is helpful. Successful candidate will demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytic and interpersonal skills (including the ability to interact effectively with management and staff at all levels of the organization), personal initiative, and adaptability in working across legal disciplines. Must also possess excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills (including ability to handle multiple assignments and organize projects and see through their successful completion with minimal supervision). Bar membership and U.S. citizenship required. Successful candidate will have at least six years of work experience as a practicing attorney in private practice or government agency and general knowledge in the regulation of financial institutions or in the regulation of securities, derivatives, insurance or commodities. Prior experience in developing and drafting regulations applicable to banking organizations or other financial institutions also is valuable. Corporate transactional experience is helpful. Successful candidate will demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytic and interpersonal skills (including the ability to interact effectively with management and staff at all levels of the organization), personal initiative, and adaptability in working across legal disciplines. Must also possess excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills (including ability to handle multiple assignments and organize projects and see through their successful completion with minimal supervision). Bar membership and U.S. citizenship required. In addition, for both FR-27 and FR-28: · A writing sample may be required at the time of application submission. · Successful completion of background check required. About the Job: Handles assignments in the Banking Regulation and Policy Group of the Board’s Legal Division. The Banking Regulation and Policy Group is responsible for legal and policy issues regarding the regulation and supervision of Federal Reserve-supervised firms and also issues regarding financial stability more generally. Drafts memoranda to the Board, staff opinion letters, legislative and regulatory proposals, and similar documents. Furnishes legal opinions and advice and responds to System and public inquiries concerning Federal statutes, interpretations, and opinions concerning the supervision and regulation of financial institutions, regulatory responsibilities of the Board, Reserve Bank matters, and related issues. Makes oral presentations at meetings with Board members. Performs more difficult assignments at this level, receives general supervision and direction from more experienced attorneys, and works with senior staff to prepare Board presentations and draft regulatory proposals. In addition, attorneys review and analyze complex bank merger and consolidation transactions, proposals by bank holding companies to engage in novel nonbanking activities, requests for interpretation of various Federal banking laws, proposed amendments to the Federal banking laws and regulations, and other matters within the scope of the Federal Reserve's authority. This is a hybrid position located in Washington, D.C. with a weekly Wednesday on-site requirement and as business needs require.
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