Assistant Chief Counsel

Min 10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Key Takeaways:

- Job Title: Assistant Chief Counsel
- Organization: Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)
- Location: Washington ., New York, NY, Chicago, IL
- Time Type: Full Time
- Job Requisition ID: R972
- Salary Range (Based on Market Analysis):
- Washington, DC: $160,800 - $252,000
- New York, NY: $174,800 - $273,900
- Chicago, IL: $153,800 - $241,000
- Mission-driven organization focused on global investor protection through modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of rules and standards.
- Highly competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
- Hybrid work option with assigned office or location (Washington, DC, New York, NY, or Chicago, IL) and ability to live and work anywhere within the United States.
- Up to 6 weeks of paid time off annually, in addition to federal holidays and year-end break.
- Generous 401(k) match and savings options.
- Comprehensive health benefits, paid family leave, life insurance, and education benefits.
- Well-being and family resources, including mental health support and discounted gym memberships.
- Commuter benefits.
- Role Summary: Assistant Chief Counsel in the Office of the Chief Auditor, reporting to the Chief Counsel and working closely with OCA staff.
- Responsibilities Include:
- Advising and counseling on major standard-setting activities.
- Scrutinizing draft materials for accuracy and consistency.
- Assisting with technical regulatory drafting.
- Assessing legal precedent and conducting legal research.
- Identifying areas of legal risk and coordinating with other departments to address them.
- Participating in inter-divisional meetings and promoting trust in OCA's work.
- Conducting or assisting with training on legal issues.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Qualifications:
- Juris doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active member of the Bar.
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience with a government agency, regulatory body, or law firm.
- Experience in auditing, accounting, or financial reporting.
- Knowledge and experience of federal securities laws and administrative rulemaking.
- Excellent analytical, technical, and leadership skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination or harassment. Criminal histories will be considered in accordance with applicable law.

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Comprehensive benefits package including compensation, hybrid work option, paid time off, 401(k) match, health benefits, family leave, life insurance, education benefits, well-being and family resources, commuter benefits

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Legal Research, Regulatory Analysis, Legal Writing, Communication, Leadership, Teamwork

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school in the United States.

Interested individuals can apply by visiting the PCAOB career website and submitting their application online.

Qualification and Experience Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school in the United States, Active member of the Bar

Legal