Senior International Regulatory Attorney Advisor

U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission's Office of International Affairs serves as the agency's primary focal point for international activities. It assists the Chairman and the Commission in formulating international matters, coordinating international activities, providing information on foreign regulatory systems, and analyzing developments abroad.

The position requires a J.D. with bar admission and at least five years of relevant legal experience; familiarity with commodities laws,

Qualifications

• BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess a J.D. and active membership of the bar in good standing.
• At least 5 years of relevant legal experience after completion of law school.
• Demonstrated skill in research and analysis of complex legal issues; excellent written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of commodities or related law and regulations, international law, financial markets, corporate law, and general administrative law.

Skills

Legal research and analysis

Written and oral communication

Knowledge of commodities law

Regulatory environment awareness

Education

J.D.

Job description

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission's Office of International Affairs serves as the agency's primary focal point for international activities. It assists the Chairman and the Commission in formulating international matters, coordinating international activities, providing information on foreign regulatory systems, and analyzing developments abroad.

The position requires a J.D. with bar admission and at least five years of relevant legal experience; familiarity with commodities laws,