Financial Services Associate, San Francisco · Vault Top 20 Firm

A major law firm seeks mid-level associates to advise financial institutions, asset managers, and investment funds on regulatory and transactional matters. The team has spent five decades building expertise in this space and handles matters ranging from boutique operations to some of the world's largest financial institutions.

The work:

• Fund formation and restructuring across multiple vehicle types: ETFs, interval funds, business development companies, and global asset management structures
• Regulatory compliance, examinations, and enforcement matters
• Broker-dealer and commodities regulatory work
• Cross-border fund registration and compliance
• Blockchain and digital asset regulatory guidance

What they're looking for:

• Three to seven years of securities law experience
• Knowledge of the Investment Company Act and/or Investment Advisers Act
• Prior work in large law firms, in-house counsel, or regulatory agencies
• Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills
• Compensation $260,000 and above, based on experience