State of Washington · 1 month ago
Financial Legal Examiner 3-4
Walla Walla, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$7,443/mo - $10,004/mo
2+ years expThe State of Washington is seeking an experienced attorney to join their Division of Banks as a Financial Legal Examiner. The role involves leading consumer compliance supervision efforts, conducting investigations, and collaborating with federal banking agencies to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage the Division’s consumer compliance program, including providing both formal and informal guidance in the areas of state and federal laws and regulations as well as participating in the development of policy statements and guidance
Serve as the Division’s representative on joint compliance examinations and investigations with federal banking agencies including independently establishing the scope of work for examinations and directing investigations of potential consumer harm
Conduct investigations of sensitive examination-related issues that involve apparent violations of state or federal law and recommend appropriate action
Collaborate with Division management and other DFI employees to draft and review legislative proposals and rulemaking
Represent the Division in public forums, on committees, and at training sessions. Give presentations as a part of the Division’s education and outreach and continuing legal education efforts
Evaluate bank risk management policies, practices, and procedures and make recommendations for enhancements, when appropriate
Interpret and determine regulated entities’ compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Prepare and organize detailed work papers to support the examination findings as conveyed to management
Assist Division analysts with complex consumer compliance-related complaints against chartered entities, including investigation of allegations and writing/reviewing complaint closure letters to customers
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited law school
Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar Association
Preferred
Two years of professional experience in one of, or a combination of, the following: Consumer finance law or consumer protection law
Assistant attorney general or other governmental attorney or attorney in private practice
Corporate law, bankruptcy law, business formation law, etc
Accounting or auditing
Analyzing or examining regulated entities
Working in a regulated entity in the areas of lending, operations, analysis of loan or securities portfolios, auditing, reinsurance investments, information system reviews or any combination of these
Passion for consumer protection in the financial services industry
Knowledge of the RCW 30A, 30B, and 32 series
A bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, economics or related field
Strong leadership qualities, work ethic and professional behavior
Excellent interpersonal skills to include the ability to work closely with peers, division management, financial institution representatives, and federal examiners
Effective teamwork skills, including strong communication, cooperation, flexibility, respectfulness, active listening, and problem solving
Initiative, innovative research and analysis skills, and critical thinking skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced level computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office Products
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement and deferred compensation, and generous paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Healthy work-life balance, wellness benefits, and ability to often work remotely (see Travel Requirements and Official Work Station section Below).
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion where every person is recognized and valued.
Professional development and continuing education opportunities, including DFI’s in-house CLE program and other training that ensures employees are successful.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $5,250 per calendar year toward pursuit of advanced degrees or certifications.
You may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Company
State of Washington
Washington state public employees help to create a working Washington built on education and innovation, where all Washingtonians thrive.
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Matt Manweller
State Representative
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