Senior Special Counsel, Securities Enforcement & Policy

SEC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of the Chief Counsel, seeks an Attorney Adviser (Senior Special Counsel) to work on enforcement and policy matters at the intersection of federal securities laws and the accounting profession. This role is based in Washington, DC, and involves authoritative legal analysis and strategic advising.

Requirements include a J.D. or LL.B. and active bar membership in good standing; at least one year of specialized experience interpreting securities

Qualifications

• J.D. or LL.B. degree required and bar membership in good standing.
• Minimum one year of specialized experience related to securities law and policy.
• Experience providing guidance and developing legal recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply provisions of federal securities laws.
• Provide legal guidance on policy issues and case evaluation.
• Develop recommendations or conclusions related to securities law.

Skills

Legal analysis

Regulatory compliance

Information gathering

Written and oral advocacy

Education

J.D. or LL.B. degree

Job description

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Office of the Chief Counsel, seeks an Attorney Adviser (Senior Special Counsel) to work on enforcement and policy matters at the intersection of federal securities laws and the accounting profession. This role is based in Washington, DC, and involves authoritative legal analysis and strategic advising.

Requirements include a J.D. or LL.B. and active bar membership in good standing; at least one year of specialized experience interpreting securities