Attorney Advisor (General) (General)
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Position ID:
CFTC-DCR-2026-0005
City:
Multiple Locations
Date Posted:
2026-03-02
Expiration Time:
2026-03-13
Job Type:
Job Category:
Attorney
Salary:
175919 - 264489 PA
Job Summary
The mission of the Division of Clearing and Risk (DCR) is to promote the integrity of clearing and minimize systemic risk in the derivatives markets by overseeing derivatives clearing organizations (DCOs) and clearing participants. DCR carries out its mission by examining DCOs to identify areas of financial, risk management, and operational concern and for regulatory compliance. The incumbent serves as an Attorney Advisor (General) in the Clearing Policy Branch in DCR.
Job Description
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following: J.D.; and Active membership of the bar in good standing in any state, territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the commonwealth of Puerto Rico. (Note: proof of bar membership will be required before entry on duty) AND CT-14 Level: Candidates with a law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and bar membership and 4 years of relevant legal experience after completion of law school. Relevant legal experience is defined as attorneys, law clerk, or other legal experience which was obtained after graduation from a law school. Legal and non-legal experience gained in the Federal government or private sector prior to completing a law degree cannot be used to satisfy the legal experience requirement. Work while in law school does not count. Desired Qualifications: Expert skill in research and analysis of complex legal issues. Expert knowledge of derivatives or related law, financial markets, corporate law, and general administrative law.