Financial Services Enforcement Attorney – Remote & Flexible

WA State Dept of Financial Institutions; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telecommuting

Flexible hours

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Diversity & inclusion

Job summary

WA State Department of Financial Institutions seeks experienced attorneys or recent law graduates to regulate financial service providers and protect consumers. You will draft enforcement actions, negotiate settlements, and manage investigations with a team across divisions and regulators.

The role involves learning evolving laws and agencies governing financial services. The position is hybrid with telecommuting up to three days weekly; the official work station is in Tumwater.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Active membership with the Washington State Bar Association (WSBA) and eligibility for the February 2026 exam.

Responsibilities

• Draft administrative enforcement actions, including statements of charges and cease and desist orders.
• Negotiate and draft settlements of enforcement actions.
• Oversee multiple complaints and investigations to ensure timely progress.
• Conduct research and gather evidence, draft subpoenas, interview witnesses, and examine records.
• Prepare legal memoranda and investigative reports.
• Make recommendations for enforcement action based on findings and applicable laws.
• Assist in preparation and presentation of administrative cases for hearings.
• Provide testimony in administrative hearings and, when appropriate, refer cases criminally.

Job description

WA State Department of Financial Institutions seeks experienced attorneys or recent law graduates to regulate financial service providers and protect consumers. You will draft enforcement actions, negotiate settlements, and manage investigations with a team across divisions and regulators.

The role involves learning evolving laws and agencies governing financial services. The position is hybrid with telecommuting up to three days weekly; the official work station is in Tumwater.