The Enforcement group of the Board's Legal Division is hiring a junior Attorney.

Duties

Key responsibilities of the Enforcement section include conducting investigations, representing the Board in administrative proceedings, and taking enforcement actions on behalf of the Board against institutions supervised by the Federal Reserve and their officers and employees for violations of laws, regulations, unsafe or unsound business or financial practices, breaches of fiduciary duty and violations of final orders; and advising on institutional safety and soundness matters including supervisory appeals and applications matters. The attorney may be assigned to assist in investigations where they will be expected to obtain and analyze documentary evidence and/or interview witnesses to assess the appropriateness of an enforcement action. The attorney may also draft memoranda to senior staff or the Board regarding enforcement actions, legislative and regulatory proposals, or other policy matters. In addition, the attorney may make oral presentations at Board briefings or other meetings. Finally, attorneys in the section litigate contested actions before Administrative Law Judges.

Requirements

Qualifications

Requirements FR-26 Successful candidate will have at least one year of experience as a practicing attorney and extensive knowledge of: administrative proceedings; the Federal Rules of Evidence; and investigations. Requirements FR-27 Successful candidate will have at least two years of work experience as a practicing attorney and knowledge of: administrative proceedings; The Federal Rules of Evidence; and investigations. Remarks: At all FR-levels, successful candidate will have a background in assisting or investigating potential violations of the U.S. banking, anti-money laundering and other federal laws, and conducting or assisting in the conduct of trials before administrative law judges. The successful candidate may have a background or familiarity with drafting enforcement orders. In addition, they must have demonstrated experience in conducting or assisting depositions (preferably fact and expert depositions), hearings, and the conduct of internal or external investigations. The successful candidate must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong analytic and interpersonal skills (including the ability to interact effectively with management and staff at all levels of the organization), personal initiative, and adaptability in working across legal disciplines. Must also possess excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills (including ability to handle multiple assignments and organize projects and see through their successful completion with minimal supervision). In addition: Active bar membership required. U.S. citizenship required. A writing sample may be required at the time of application submission. Successful completion of background check required. This is a hybrid position located in Washington DC with a weekly Wednesday on-site requirement, and as business needs require.

Education

Juris Doctor.

Contacts

• Address Federal Reserve Board of Governors Constitution Ave NW and 20th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20551 US
• Name: Natalie Cheung
• Phone: 202-452-3685
• Email: [email protected]