Financial Services Regulatory Attorney — Associate

Ashton North LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 226,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) plan

Parental leave

Relocation allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Ashton North LLC, a leading financial services regulatory practice, seeks an Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of experience in financial services, investment management or securities law. The role offers hybrid work in major markets and exposure to cutting-edge regulatory matters.

Ideal candidates have a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and strong communication and analytical skills to advise large asset managers and funds on complex regulatory issues.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 3–7 years of substantive experience in financial services, investment management or securities law.

Responsibilities

• Advise asset managers, investment advisers, broker-dealers, and funds on federal securities and financial services regulatory matters.
• Counsel clients on fund formation, registration, compliance, and ongoing regulatory obligations.
• Assist clients with regulatory examinations, investigations, and enforcement matters.
• Provide guidance on broker-dealer and commodities regulation and blockchain/digital assets issues.
• Collaborate with clients on cross-border regulatory issues impacting global asset management operations.
• Work with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, business-oriented legal solutions.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Securities law

Cross-border issues

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Collaboration

Education

JD

Top-tier law school

Job description

Ashton North LLC, a leading financial services regulatory practice, seeks an Associate Attorney with 3–7 years of experience in financial services, investment management or securities law. The role offers hybrid work in major markets and exposure to cutting-edge regulatory matters.

Ideal candidates have a JD from a top-tier law school, active bar admission, and strong communication and analytical skills to advise large asset managers and funds on complex regulatory issues.