Financial Innovation & Regulation Attorney Associate Securities & Digital Assets

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is seeking a Financial Innovation & Regulation Attorney Associate with 3–5 years of securities regulatory experience to join a sophisticated Financial Innovation & Regulation practice within a Government Affairs and Public Policy Group in Washington, D.C. or New York .

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney experienced in securities regulation, SEC and FINRA compliance, digital assets, and tokenization , with an interest in advising financial institutions and innovative financial services companies.

Locations

Washington, D.C. | New York, NY

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on federal securities laws and regulations , including matters involving broker-dealers, investment advisers, private funds, and trading platforms.

• Counsel financial services firms on SEC and FINRA regulatory requirements .

• Assist with securities compliance, registrations, regulatory examinations, and enforcement matters.

• Provide regulatory analysis for financial transactions, products, and services.

• Advise on digital asset securities matters , including tokenization and the application of federal securities laws to digital asset products, platforms, and transactions.

• Collaborate with partners on complex securities regulatory and financial innovation matters.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of securities regulatory experience .

• Experience advising on securities laws, regulations, and compliance matters .

• Experience with securities-related digital assets and tokenization .

• Familiarity with SEC and FINRA regulations, examinations, enforcement, and registration requirements preferred.

• Prior law firm experience strongly preferred .

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

• Active New York or Washington, D.C. Bar admission required , in good standing.

• Excellent academic credentials, legal writing, research, and analytical skills.

Compensation & Benefits

$260,000–$365,000 Base Salary

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) and profit-sharing

• Paid time off

• Life and disability insurance

• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts

• Wellness programs

Why This Opportunity

Join a sophisticated Government Affairs and Public Policy Group advising financial institutions and innovative financial services companies on complex securities regulatory and digital asset matters . This position offers direct collaboration with experienced partners, strong mentorship, and opportunities for increasing responsibility.

Application Materials

Candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and writing sample .

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