National Security Senior Associate Attorney (DC)

Tom Trese; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 351,000 - 429,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) and retirement plans

Generous PTO

Job summary

A leading law firm in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney for its National Security Group. This role involves advising clients on U.S. national security law, supporting transactional matters, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate should have a JD from a top-tier institution, an active bar admission, and over 6 years of relevant experience. The position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary starting from $390,000, alongside an extensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in U.S. national security regulatory matters.
• Experience in advising clients on CFIUS and DCSA processes.
• Required two written work samples for evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. national security regulatory regimes.
• Support clients in national security transactional matters.
• Prepare and submit CFIUS and DCSA filings.

Skills

Substantive experience advising on U.S. national security

Compliance advice related to economic sanctions

Strong analytical skills

Drafting skills

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission

Job description

NATIONAL SECURITY SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Washington, DC | Hybrid

Our client, a global AmLaw 50 law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its premier National Security Group. This practice advises sophisticated global clients—including asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, multinational companies, and major financial institutions—on the full spectrum of U.S. national security regulatory regimes. The role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of complex, high‑stakes regulatory, transactional, and enforcement matters within a top‑ranked national security practice.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top‑tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in relevant jurisdiction, in good standing.
• 6+ years of substantive experience advising on U.S. national security and regulatory matters.
• Substantial experience providing compliance advice related to economic sanctions, export controls, and outbound investment restrictions, including matters involving OFAC, EAR/BIS, ITAR/DDTC, and OGT.
• Experience advising clients throughout the CFIUS and DCSA processes, including transaction agreement negotiation, filing preparation and submission, mitigation negotiations, and ongoing compliance with mitigation measures.
• Experience conducting internal investigations, preparing voluntary disclosures, and supporting settlement negotiations with enforcement authorities is a plus.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills; two written work samples are required for evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on U.S. national security regulatory regimes, including economic sanctions, export controls, CFIUS, DCSA, and outbound investment restrictions.
• Support clients in transactional matters, including national security risk assessment, deal structuring, and regulatory strategy.
• Prepare and submit CFIUS and DCSA filings, negotiate mitigation agreements, and advise on compliance with mitigation obligations.
• Provide strategic compliance counseling and support internal investigations related to potential regulatory violations.
• Assist clients with voluntary disclosures, regulatory inquiries, and enforcement matters before relevant U.S. authorities.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a top‑ranked National Security practice recognized by leading industry publications, including Chambers & Partners and The Legal 500 US. The team advises on some of the most complex and sensitive matters at the intersection of national security, global commerce, and regulation. Attorneys benefit from meaningful responsibility, exposure to high‑profile matters, and a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment that values excellence, professional growth, and long‑term career development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: $390,000+, commensurate with experience and class year.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance; extensive emotional health resource programs; social connectedness programs; 401(k) and retirement plans; generous PTO; parental leave; family concierge; commuter benefits; relocation allowance; professional development resources; and additional firm‑sponsored programs.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and two writing samples for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.