Associate/Assistant General Counsel

Association of American Railroads; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rail transportation organization is seeking an experienced Antitrust/Economic Regulatory Attorney to join its Washington, D.C. office. This full-time role involves leading compliance initiatives, developing policy positions, and advocating before the Surface Transportation Board. The ideal candidate holds a J.D., has over 10 years of legal experience, and is admitted to the D.C. Bar. This position offers eligibility for telework and the opportunity to impact important industry policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Admission to the D.C. Bar.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively.
• Experience with an AmLaw 200 firm is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead antitrust policy and compliance initiatives.
• Support development of policy positions.
• Advocate before the Surface Transportation Board.

Skills

Antitrust expertise

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Legal drafting

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Co-Founder & Principal at Pollack Badawi Group (PBG) – Legal Recruiter & Career Development Specialist

PBG is proud to partner with the Association of American Railroads (AAR) to recruit an experienced Antitrust/Economic Regulatory Attorney for its Washington, D.C. office. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping industry policy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting one of the nation’s most critical transportation sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead antitrust policy, compliance initiatives, and provide counseling and training to employees of AAR, its subsidiary MxV Rail, and AAR committees responsible for developing industry standards and rules.
• Support the development of policy positions and lead or assist in advocacy efforts before the Surface Transportation Board (STB) on matters related to economic regulation and other issues impacting the rail industry.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and 10+ years of relevant legal experience.
• Admission to the D.C. Bar.
• Strong substantive expertise in antitrust or related regulatory areas, with the ability to quickly develop knowledge in new areas.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, communication, and drafting skills.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and member organizations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, proactively identify legal issues, and appropriately elevate matters to the SVP of Law.
• Demonstrated professionalism and adherence to the highest ethical standards.
• Prior experience with an AmLaw 200 firm is strongly preferred.

Full‑time role based in Washington, D.C. with eligibility for up to two days of telework per week. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply now for immediate consideration.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal

Industry

Rail Transportation