Banking & Financial Services Attorney

Banking & Financial Services Attorney

Employment Type: Direct Hire – Full Time

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Compensation: $200,000 – $220,000 base salary + bonus

Firm Type: Am Law 200 Firm

HireNow Staffing is actively recruiting a seasoned, highly skilled Banking & Financial Services Attorney to join one of our valued client partners. HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this specialized financial regulatory legal role .

Position Overview

This position is part of a Financial Regulatory and Compliance practice within a nationally recognized Banking and Financial Services group . The attorney will work closely with senior partners advising banks and non-bank financial institutions on complex regulatory and compliance matters impacting financial services operations.

The role requires a strong understanding of federal and state financial regulatory frameworks , as well as the ability to interpret regulatory requirements and provide practical legal guidance to institutional clients.

Attorneys in this practice regularly advise clients on matters involving payments, lending, mortgage servicing, and debt collection regulations , while also supporting regulatory investigations and transactional due diligence.

Core Responsibilities

Advise financial institutions on federal and state regulatory compliance matters

Support regulatory investigations, supervisory inquiries, and enforcement actions

Review and enhance client compliance management systems and risk frameworks

Analyze complex financial services statutes, regulations, and agency guidance

Conduct legal research and prepare regulatory analysis memoranda

Assist with regulatory due diligence in financial services M&A transactions

Work directly with regulatory bodies and financial services clients

Support practice development efforts including client alerts, presentations, and industry engagement

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

Candidates must meet all of the following criteria to be considered for interview:

5–7 years of legal experience in banking or financial services regulatory law

Experience practicing at an Am Law 200 firm or strong regional law firm

Demonstrated expertise in financial services regulation and compliance matters

Experience advising banks, fintechs, or other financial institutions

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical capabilities

Ability to analyze complex regulatory frameworks and provide actionable guidance

Excellent attention to detail and sound professional judgment

Active law license in good standing or eligibility for admission in the applicable jurisdiction

Stable employment history with consistent tenure (jumpy resumes will not be considered)

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, the following qualifications are strongly preferred:

Experience working with payments, lending, debt collection, or mortgage servicing regulations

Background supporting regulatory due diligence in financial services M&A transactions

Experience interacting with federal and state financial regulatory agencies

Demonstrated ability to contribute to thought leadership, client development, or industry presentations

Strong interest in the evolving financial regulatory landscape and fintech sector

What Type of Candidate HireNow Staffing Is Recruiting For

HireNow Staffing is seeking a technically strong regulatory attorney who brings a deep understanding of financial services law combined with a stable professional track record.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

Consistent career progression within respected law firms

Focused experience within banking and financial regulatory practice areas

Ability to advise institutional clients on complex regulatory matters

Strong client communication and professional judgment

Interest in contributing to the growth and development of a specialized financial regulatory practice

Candidates who have direct experience supporting banks, financial institutions, fintech companies, or regulatory compliance frameworks will align most closely with the expectations for this role.

Work Model

This position operates on a hybrid schedule , allowing attorneys to work both remotely and in-office depending on location and practice group collaboration needs.

Available office locations include:

Atlanta | Austin | Beaumont, TX | Birmingham | Boulder | Chicago | Dallas | Denver | Detroit | Grand Rapids | Houston | Lansing | Las Vegas | Los Angeles | Morgantown, WV | New York City | Philadelphia | Phoenix | Pittsburgh | Princeton | Reno | San Antonio | San Diego | San Francisco | Scottsdale | Washington, DC | Wilmington, DE

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $200,000 – $220,000 plus bonus eligibility

Benefits include:

Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA

Short-term disability coverage

Long-term disability coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Vacation and sick time

Parking or public transportation allowance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates meeting the core qualifications will be considered for interview.

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