Referendar - Financial Regulatory

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.

We provide banks, private banks, broker-dealers, insurers, investment companies, asset managers, payments exchanges, trading utilities, and other fintech and financial services firms comprehensive counseling on current and emerging regulations. We advise on matters related to banking, securities, derivatives, futures, commodities, stock exchanges, and other financial products and transactions. We integrate seamlessly with deal teams to advise on the legal and regulatory risk management aspects of major transactions. And we team with Latham’s top-ranked litigators to resolve thorny regulatory investigations and enforcement matters.With on-the-ground capabilities in the world’s major financial centers in the US, UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we regularly advise on complex and first-impression situations that the financial services industry faces. We counsel clients on the expansion and introduction of novel financial products into local markets around the world. We also advise governments and financial regulators in the development of legislation, rulemaking, and legal policy, including the design of securities laws, listing rules, financial markets regulation, and other law reform projects.Latham’s financial regulatory group comprises a number of former financial regulators, including officials from the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and US Department of Justice (DOJ). We leverage strong working relationships with the world’s major regulatory bodies to effectively advise clients active across all segments of the financial markets and operating under the full spectrum of domestic and global regulations.The group advises clients on a full range of matters involving the rules and regulations of regulatory authorities, including:Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)European Banking Authority (EBA)European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB)Federal Reserve System (FRS)Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC)Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA)Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC)Israel Securities Authority (ISA)Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA)Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS)Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA)Securities Exchange Commission (SEC)

Would you like to work alongside our attorneys on complex banking and financial market regulatory projects and high-end M&A transactions in the financial sector? Do you enjoy thinking outside the box and would like to gain insight into how our colleagues support fintech companies in implementing innovative business models? Then you've come to the right place!

What We Offer

- Hands-on experience: Join a collaborative team where you'll receive comprehensive training while taking on meaningful responsibilities and working independently.
- Mentorship: Be supported by a dedicated mentor—an experienced attorney on your team—who will provide guidance throughout your time with us.
- Professional development: Our innovative #MyAdvancement – Young Talent program is designed to foster your professional and personal growth while helping you prepare for the Second State Examination.
- Career opportunities: As you progress with the firm, you may have the opportunity to complete a Wahlstation at one of our international offices or, following successful completion of your legal training, begin your career with us as an associate.
- A supportive workplace: Enjoy a collaborative environment with flat hierarchies, an inclusive and diverse culture, engaging internal events, and a competitive compensation package.
Your Profile

- You have passed at least one State Examination with a grade of "fully satisfactory" or above.
- You have a strong interest in business and commercial matters and an entrepreneurial mindset.
- You possess strong English language skills.
- You are a collaborative team player with a proactive, creative, and open-minded approach.

Doreen Seidel

Recruiting Senior Coordinator

Direct Dial: +49.40.4140.3573

Mobile: +49.151.58229564

Email: doreen.seidel@lw.com

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