This position will work on a range of broker-dealer and security-based swap dealer financial responsibility issues as well as other issues affecting market intermediaries. Broker-dealer financial and security-based swap dealer financial responsibility requirements include net capital requirements, margin requirements, segregation requirements, and books and records requirements.

Duties

At the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) and value a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the communities we serve. As such, we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds who share our commitment to public service. The Office also has program responsibility for the administering the Commission's oversight of the Securities Investor Protection Act.. The work may involve Commission rulemakings, SRO rule filings, providing advice to senior management and other offices, and representing the agency in discussions with external parties. The successful applicant will display a high level of initiative and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner and will be independently motivated to achieve results. Top 5 Typical Duties Include Assist and provide counsel to the Assistant Director of the Office of Financial Responsibility on a wide array of legal, policy and administrative issues relating to the operations of the office and with respect to the office's responsibilities with respect to securities markets and market intermediaries, particularly broker-dealers, and security-based swap dealers, as well as with respect to the Securities Investor Protection Corporation. Carry out a wide variety of duties relating to market intermediaries, such as broker-dealers and security-based swap dealers, including leading projects such as rulemaking initiatives and special projects, reviewing and analyzing rule changes submitted by SROs and exemptive and no-action requests. Leading projects may include significant drafting responsibilities. Participate in advising on policy matters relating to market intermediaries and providing assistance (including leading projects involving inter-divisional teams) in the development and implementation of Commission or staff initiatives. Review legal memoranda, reports and other drafts prepared by the staff related to various legal and policy issues and brief. Review and provide advice regarding enforcement recommendations, as well as provide advice and assistance to other Division and Commission staff whose work has broad legal and policy implications and may require formulating policy alternatives and analyze the legal aspects of such alternatives.

Requirements

• CITIZENSHIP: You must be a US Citizen.
• You must possess a J.D. or LL.B Degree and You must be an active member of the bar in good standing.
• This position is open to permanent SEC employees.
• Application procedures are specific to this vacancy announcement. Please read all the instructions carefully. Failure to follow the instructions may result in you not being considered for this position.
• Supplementary vacancies may be filled in addition to the number stated in this announcement.
• This position has promotion potential to the SK-16
• TRIAL PERIOD: This appointment may require completion of a two-year trial period.
• SECURITY CLEARANCE: Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation. Favorable results on a Background Investigation may be a condition of employment or selection to another position.
• PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION (PCS): Moving/Relocation expenses are not authorized.
• DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit to a financial institution of their choosing.
• This position is in the collective bargaining unit.
• This position is eligible to request telework in accordance with the SEC 's telework policy.
• Existing Participants in the SEC?s Remote Telework Program are eligible to apply for this position. If selected, management will evaluate and communicate whether the position will allow for continued participation in Remote Telework.

Qualifications

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement. Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Qualifying education must have been obtained from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. BASIC REQUIREMENT: All applicants must possess the following J.D. or LL.B. degree --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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement. SK-16: The applicant must have four years of post J.D. experience as a practicing attorney; three years of which includes experience interpreting and applying the provisions of the laws, rules, and regulations that govern the securities industry, in particular, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934; providing guidance and expertise in the evaluation of legal and policy issues, addressing securities law issues that often lack clearly applicable precedents due to the novelty of the issues, analyzing the factual and legal issues involved; explaining the application of legal principles and precedents, and developing and justifying recommendations or conclusions.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html

Contacts

• Address Division of Trading and Markets 100 F Street NE Washington, DC 20549 US
• Name: ask HR
• Email: [email protected]