Financial Regulatory Specialist

Summary The Financial Regulatory Specialist will support the firm’s financial regulatory and compliance efforts while contributing to content initiatives that support thought leadership and client engagement across the practice. Location Washington, D.C. office – hybrid work schedule. Responsibilities Monitors developments in financial services regulation and related guidance. Assists with regulatory research, summaries, and internal updates. Supports broader compliance and regulatory initiatives, including documentation and internal coordination. Partners with internal stakeholders to align public and client‑ready content with regulatory and compliance standards. Manages and produces monthly newsletters and other non‑billable content initiatives. Collects, coordinates, and edits contributions from colleagues and subject‑matter experts. Ensures content is accurate, clear, timely, and consistent with firm standards. Tracks content deadlines and manages production timelines. Acts as a point of contact between partners, practice leadership, and administrative teams for content initiatives. Identifies opportunities to improve content processes, coordination, and consistency. Desired Skills Prior experience in financial services, preferably compliance‑focused. Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills. Excellent written and verbal communication. Proactive, self‑directed with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple workstreams and balance regulatory support with content production. Experience working with partners or senior stakeholders. Familiarity with financial regulatory concepts and terminology. Experience producing newsletters, client alerts, or similar thought‑leadership content. Minimum Education Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. Required Experience Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in financial services, compliance, regulatory, or professional services. Essential Job Expectations Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients, lawyers, and business professionals. Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently. Provide timely, accurate, and high‑quality work product. Meet deadlines and perform work duties as required. Foster positive work relationships. Comply with all firm policies and practices. Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, including computer work and virtual conference calls. Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment. Equal Opportunity Employment DLA Piper is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr