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Posted February 28, 2024

ATTORNEY-ADVISER

Securities and Exchange Commission
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
Reference: SecuritiesandExchangeCommission778656100

The Division of Enforcement investigates possible violations of securities laws, recommends Commission action when appropriate, either in a federal...

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The Division of Enforcement investigates possible violations of securities laws, recommends Commission action when appropriate, either in a federal court or before an administrative law judge, and negotiates settlements.

This position is located in a Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit (CACU) AD Group. The successful candidate will be assigned to an Attorney-Adviser position in the CACU and will remain at his/her current duty station. 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 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.

Typical duties include:
  • Serving as an Attorney-Advisor in the Division of Enforcement working under the general direction of a CACU Assistant Director and the Unit Chiefs.
  • Advising the Unit Chiefs, supervisors and other staff on factual, legal, and other matters relating to investigations, proceedings and actions.
  • With Unit Chiefs, devising and implementing strategic plan for efficient allocation of unit resources and creation of systemic training programs.
  • Helping plan unit events including joint events with other law enforcement agencies.
  • Managing the Unit's substantive and procedural receipt and review of tips, complaints and referrals (TCRs).
  • Reviewing memoranda, subpoenas, document demands, and other draft documents.
  • Assisting Unit Chiefs in tracking investigations, filings, TCRs, and other Unit actions.
  • Drafting, planning and assisting in other CACU activities including the creation of reference materials, talking points or speech inserts, SharePoint, and other Unit events.
  • Conducting fact finding investigations through a variety of means, including the taking of testimony, interviewing or deposing witnesses, and obtaining and analyzing document productions.
  • Providing legal advice and assistance to Enforcement Division leadership, staff and leadership of other divisions and offices, and Commissioners and their counsel regarding factual and legal issues concerning crypto and cyber-related misconduct.
  • Drafting and analyzing legislative proposals and developments affecting SEC's enforcement program; providing advice on legal issues involved in hearings, and responding to Congressional requests.
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: Applicant must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-14 level. Specialized experience includes:identifying legal issues, providing legal analyses, providing legal solutions/recommendations, and preparing legal documents, such as contracts, dispositions, pleadings, and motions and:
  1. Conducting investigations and/or civil cases or administrative proceedings;
  2. Providing interpretative advice on issues relating to investigations of violations of Federal securities laws; and
  3. Applying knowledge of the Federal securities laws and Commission rules and regulations.

This listing expired on Mar 29. Applications are no longer accepted.

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