We are working with a well known New York based global financial services company seeking a senior attorney to handle legal matters, forty hours(40) per week with the hybrid expectation of three (3) days in office, through mid-December 2024, related to compliance with U.S. securities laws and regulations, particularly those overseen by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA). The role may involve ensuring that the firm adheres to SEC regulations, participating in regulatory examinations, and advising on matters related to securities offerings, broker-dealer regulations, and enforcement actions. Compensation offered is $120/hr. with the possibility but not the guarantee of a small degree of upward adjustment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Advising on SEC and FINRA regulations
- Assisting in regulatory filings and responses to inquiries from these agencies
- Handling legal issues related to securities offerings, financial transactions, and potential enforcement actions
- Reviewing and negotiating complex financial documents in the context of securities law
QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong knowledge of securities regulations
- Experience dealing with regulatory agencies
- Proficiency in managing legal risks in financial services
- New York license in good standing
OTHER DETAILS
- Hybrid Expectation: Three (3) days in-office
- Compensation: $120/hr
- Project Duration: Through mid-December, 2024
- Start Date: Immediate
Candidates may apply to this position on LinkedIn, on the Hire Counsel website, or by direct e-mail to dadler@hirecounsel.com. We at Hire Counsel cannot promise that a particular candidate will get the job or an interview, but we can promise that we will review all submitted resumes.
About Hire Counsel
Hire Counsel is an agile legal talent agency. We build connections between legal professionals and our clients, some of the nation's largest law firms and legal departments (and some of the smallest). By connecting good lawyers with our clients, we help attorneys find a permanent home. We also provide individuals with the option to work on contract (temporary) assignments to aid their stability as they proceed with their job searches. Hire Counsel holds all resumes in the strictest confidence.
