Financial Services Regulatory and Compliance Associate Senior Level

BCG Attorney Search; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Diego seeks a senior Financial Services Regulatory and Compliance Associate to advise clients in banking and fintech globally on licensing, product development, and mergers.

The role involves representing clients before U.S. federal and state regulators, conducting legal research, drafting reports, and collaborating with a global team to meet client needs. A JD and 7+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• JD required and bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial services regulatory and compliance.
• Experience with banks, fintechs, and virtual currency platforms.
• Knowledge of BSA/AML, BHCA, IBA, and other key regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory matters including licensing, product development, and mergers.
• Represent clients before U.S. federal and state regulators.
• Collaborate with a global team to address client needs.
• Conduct legal research and draft comprehensive reports.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Spanish language (advantage)

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a senior-level Financial Services Regulatory and Compliance Associate in San Diego, CA. The candidate will engage with clients in the banking and fintech sectors globally, providing regulatory and compliance guidance.

Duties

• Advise on regulatory matters including licensing, product development, and mergers.
• Represent clients before U.S. federal and state regulators.
• Collaborate with a global team to address client needs.
• Conduct legal research and draft comprehensive reports.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial services regulatory and compliance.
• Experience with banks, fintech companies, and virtual currency platforms.
• Knowledge of BSA/AML, BHCA, IBA, and other key financial regulations.
• Strong academic background and legal writing skills.
• Admission to or eligibility for admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and client service orientation.
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K and discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Vacation, sick time, and employee assistance program.
• Voluntary insurance programs and commuter benefits.