Global statement on culture and engagement At Dentons, culture and engagement are not just ancillary values. They are foundational to our business. We believe that culture and engagement are essential to the success and strength of our people, our firm, our clients and the delivery of justice in our communities. We commit to having an engaging environment and a culture of equity where everyone respects, supports and learns from each other, where all our people feel empowered to be their authentic selves and are valued equally for their unique perspectives and experience. Responsibilities and practice Dentons US LLP is seeking a Senior Managing Associate with 6+ years of legal experience in regulatory work to join our leading Chambers-rated Capital Markets practice. The person hired for this position will work closely with partners, counsel and associates to focus on financial services regulation, with a specific focus on mortgage and consumer credit regulation and licensing. The associate hired will reside in our New York or Washington, DC office and will support the practice by assuming such responsibilities as: Managing a broad range of consumer and commercial credit regulatory issues Conducting research on various consumer and commercial credit regulatory issues on both the federal and state levels Working on legal memoranda analyzing consumer and commercial credit regulatory issues Conducting diligence of various counterparties in the mortgage and consumer credit space Working collaboratively with the team to carry out all aspects of regulatory licensing for clients of the Firm Supporting the practice as needed This is a great opportunity to work alongside partners and senior associates in a dynamic and team-oriented environment while enjoying the benefits and resources of a global law firm. Dentons’ US Capital Markets practice has been at the forefront of securitization and structured finance for more than three decades. Our highly regarded team represents virtually every banking and financial institution in the financing, purchase and securitization of financial assets. We also represent every type of market participant, including issuers, underwriters, investors, liquidity providers, lenders, conduits, trustees, servicers and originators in the US and beyond. Dentons is one of a few law firms that can call on a dedicated consumer and commercial credit regulatory team with extensive experience guiding clients through the process of obtaining all required licenses and agency approvals and establishing state-of-the-art compliance programs. Nationally ranked by Chambers USA for Financial Services Regulation and FinTech, we advise clients on the development of innovative financial products and services within existing regulatory frameworks, which often includes representing clients before federal and state regulators on various consumer and commercial credit regulatory matters, including the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and virtually every state mortgage banking department. Pursuant to DC & NY laws, the salary range for this position in New York City and Washington, DC is $390,000 to $440,000, based on experience. Based on years of experience, Dentons US LLP associates may have a title of Associate, Managing Associate, or Senior Managing Associate. Dentons US LLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, short-term/long-term disability, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays and discretionary bonuses. Position requirements Personal skills/attributes Embraces teamwork, and contributes to a supportive and inclusive work environment Possesses outstanding oral and written communication and research skills Is conscientious with exceptional attention to detail Independent self-starter Has a sincere interest in career development in regulatory work and welcomes feedback Technical skills 6+ years of law firm experience is preferred Experience with mortgage and consumer credit regulatory and licensing matters is preferred Other requirements Should be licensed to practice law in the State of New York and/or Washington, DC and be in good standing Equal opportunities Dentons US LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Disability/Vet. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. How to apply Search firms Search firms may click here to submit an application on behalf of a candidate. Direct applicants Direct applicants may apply using the button below. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity at Dentons US LLP, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please call 404-527-4061 or email takara.hicks@dentons.com.
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Updated
Position
Associate
Practice Areas
Banking
Specialties
Debt Capital Markets, Compliance/Regulatory, Consumer Finance