Regulatory Rulemaking Attorney – Legal Review

Securities and Exchange Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 168,000 - 292,000; Full time

Job summary

The Securities and Exchange Commission, Division of Trading and Markets, Legal Review Office, seeks an Attorney-Adviser to perform statutory and rule-focused review of the Division's work on securities markets and the regulation of major participants in those markets.

You will conduct legal research, interpret regulations, and provide actionable guidance to senior officials to ensure compliance and effective mission delivery.

Qualifications

• Transcripts or documentation must be provided to support education claims.
• Foreign education must be evaluated by a recognized organization.
• Applications are open under the 'Public' hiring path.

Responsibilities

• Perform legal review of draft rulemakings, orders, and other SEC and Division documents.
• Perform legal research and form advice to meet mission needs and regulatory compliance.
• Provide legal feedback and advice to Division senior officials and staff.

Job description

The Securities and Exchange Commission, Division of Trading and Markets, Legal Review Office, seeks an Attorney-Adviser to perform statutory and rule-focused review of the Division's work on securities markets and the regulation of major participants in those markets.

You will conduct legal research, interpret regulations, and provide actionable guidance to senior officials to ensure compliance and effective mission delivery.