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Board of Ethics and Government

<p></p><div><div><div><div><p>This position is located within the Board of Ethics and Government Accountability (BEGA), Office of Government Ethics (OGE). BEGA serves as the District&rsquo;s ethics authority, responsible for interpreting, advising on, and enforcing the District&rsquo;s Code of Conduct. The Supervisory Attorney Advisor provides high‑quality legal representation and guidance on a broad range of ethics matters and ensures compliance with all legal requirements of the District&rsquo;s ethics program. The role also supports the development and implementation of ethics policies, programs, and initiatives.</p><p>
The incumbent works under the general administrative direction of the Director of Government Ethics, who sets broad objectives and priorities. The Supervisory Attorney Advisor exercises significant independent judgment, consulting with the Director on decisions that may affect program goals or have broader implications, and keeping leadership informed of major or sensitive issues. Work is evaluated for overall effectiveness and is typically accepted as authoritative. The position relies on a wide range of guidelines&mdash;including District statutes, regulations, federal laws, agency policies, and executive directives&mdash;which are often broad and require careful interpretation. The incumbent must apply sound judgment and creativity in interpreting these guidelines and adapting them to specific situations.</p><p><b>
Major Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><p>
The Supervisory Attorney Advisor provides legal guidance on ethics laws, policies, procedures, and regulations for all agency staff and advises external stakeholders&mdash;including General Counsels, agency heads, District employees, and public officials&mdash;on ethics requirements. The incumbent supervises the legal team within the Office of Government Ethics, setting priorities, assigning work, establishing performance standards, evaluating staff, providing training, approving leave, and making recommendations on personnel actions. They review and edit all legal documents prepared by staff and oversee the District&rsquo;s ethics advice and training programs.</p><p>
The role includes developing systems of internal controls, maintaining detailed records, and implementing computer‑based tools to manage documentation and produce narrative and statistical reports. The incumbent conducts in‑depth quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies, and interprets complex or unclear regulatory provisions for agency use. They provide expert guidance on sensitive or controversial issues and stay current on legal developments, trends, and emerging practices in ethics and compliance, recommending actions to the General Counsel as needed.</p><p>
The Supervisory Attorney Advisor develops solutions to novel or complex problems, oversees BEGA&rsquo;s representation in federal and District judicial or administrative proceedings, and conducts or supervises investigations and related reporting. The role also includes planning and managing the agency&rsquo;s annual ethics conference and performing other duties as assigned.</p><p><b>
Qualifications and Education</b></p><p>
Must possess a Juris Doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA) at the time of appointment.</p><p>
The appointee must also maintain active membership in good standing with the District of Columbia Bar for the duration of their employment in the Legal Service.</p><p><b>
Licenses and Certifications</b></p><p>
Must be an active member in good standing of the District of Columbia Bar or have the ability to waive in and be admitted within 360 days of appointment</p><p><b>
Working Conditions/Environment</b></p><p>
The work is performed in a normal office setting.</p><p><b>
Other Significant Facts</b></p><p><b>
Tour of Duty:</b> Monday &ndash; Friday; 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.</p><p><b>
Pay Plan, Series, Grade:</b> LX-0905-01</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Promotional Potential:</b> No known promotion potential</p><p><b>
Collective Bargaining Unit:</b> This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.</p><p><b>
Position Designation: </b>The position has been deemed security-sensitive. Accordingly, the incumbent will be subject to pre-employment checks (criminal background checks, consumer credit check, traffic record checks, if applicable) as a condition of employment, and will be subject to periodic criminal background checks for the duration of your tenure.</p><p><b>
EEO Statement</b>: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.</p></div></div></div></div>

Supervisory Attorney Advisor

United States Department of Justice

Hiring Organization
<br>Office of the Inspector General (OIG)
<br>Hiring Office
<br>Office of General Counsel
<br>Attorney Appointment Type
<br>Attorney Permanent
<br>Job ID
<br>12845367-BSM-AA
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<b>Location:</b><br>
Washington, DC 20002 - United States
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<b>Application Deadline:</b><br>
Friday, January 9, 2026
<br>About the Office
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The Office of the Inspector General is one of the best places to work in the Department of Justice and is one of the premier inspector general offices in federal government. The OIG's OGC is a collegial office of 4 attorneys and 5 government information specialists. OGC provides legal advice on complex issues relevant to general OIG operations and specific OIG audits, investigations, inspections, and reviews.
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The DOJ Office of the Inspector General (OIG), one of the premier federal inspector general offices, performs audits, evaluations, investigations, and special reviews of the personnel and programs of the DOJ components including the FBI, DEA, Federal Bureau of Prisons, U.S. Marshals Service, ATF, and the U.S. Attorneys' Offices. The OIG's mission is to detect and deter waste, fraud, abuse, and misconduct, and promote integrity, economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in Department programs and operations. The OIG carries out its responsibilities with a nationwide work force of investigators, auditors, inspectors, attorneys, and support staff. OIG employees are provided with an array of benefits, outstanding development and training opportunities, and the opportunity to earn various forms of monetary and honorary recognition for significant contributions to the success of the OIG's mission. We are seeking motivated, dedicated, and talented professionals. If you are ready for a rewarding career with a dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply for this position with the OIG. The featured position of Attorney-Advisor is located in the OIG's Office of General Counsel (OGC). OGC's function, generally, is to provide legal advice and counsel on a broad range of topics to the IG and to OIG management and staff.
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This vacancy may be used to fill other similar and/or comparable positions throughout the agency within the stated duty station.
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Job Description
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As an Attorney Advisor, you will join a well-respected team that is responsible for providing critical legal advice and technical services in support of the OIG's core oversight mission. OGC Attorney Advisors are experienced attorneys who have previously served as civil litigators (in government and private practice), prosecutors, defense counsel, and agency counsel. OGC Attorney Advisors handle a broad range of long-term and short-term assignments, develop expertise in a wide variety of legal and policy issues, and interact with management and staff across the OIG. Typical work assignments include, but are not limited to:
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1. Providing legal opinions or memoranda on complex and difficult issues of law relevant to general OIG operations or to particular OIG audits, investigations, inspections, or reviews, which encompass criminal, national security, ethics, and other issues.
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2. Engaging in meetings, personal contacts, and telephone conferences with top legal and administrative personnel in the Department of Justice and other federal agencies, on important legal and policy questions and issues.
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3. Acting as the principal attorney in charge of the preparation and presentation of cases before administrative bodies, and serving as the OIG's liaison with the litigating DOJ component in litigation to which the OIG is a party.
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4. Analyzing and preparing recommendations for OIG responses to requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and reviewing OIG reports for Privacy Act protected and proprietary information to clear such reports for public release.
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5. Consulting and coordinating with OIG investigators in preparing recommendations for suspension and department actions by the Department against financially irresponsible parties doing business with the Department.
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Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
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Qualifications
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To meet the minimum qualifications for this position you must be a graduate from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association, possess a J.D. Degree, and be an active member in good standing of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
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Possessing the minimum post law degree legal experience does not guarantee the applicant will be selected at that grade level.
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In addition, to qualify for this position at the GS-15 level, applicants must have at least 4 years or more post-J.D. legal experience, one (1) of which was specialized experience at, or equivalent to, the GS-14 grade level. Examples of specialized experience include providing legal opinions or memoranda on complex and difficult issues of law; reviewing and preparing recommendations for responses to subpoenas and other requests for production of materials; in depth knowledge of FOIA rules and regulations; and conducting litigation, including trying cases, before courts and administrative tribunal.
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You must meet all qualifications by the closing date of this announcement.
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All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, see www.ed.gov.
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Application Process
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Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials and the responses you provide on the application questionnaire. You are NOT required to provide a separate narrative written response. Rather, you must describe in your application, in detail, how your present and/or past work experience demonstrates that you possess the competencies identified below:
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Extensive litigation experience, including drafting and filing legal briefs or memoranda as well as presenting evidence in proceedings before courts or administrative tribunals, with demonstrated abilities in the areas of written and oral advocacy.
<br>Extensive experience analyzing complex legal issues, making statutory interpretations, and developing sound and supportable legal recommendations and arguments.
<br>Thorough knowledge of legal principles and federal law, including familiarity with the Freedom of Information Act, the Privacy Act, employment law, contract law, and federal ethics regulations.
<br>Ability to represent an organization professionally and articulate the organization's position at meetings and in interactions with high-level officials, and to coordinate with internal and external offices.
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Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Once your complete application package is received, it will be reviewed to ensure you meet all job requirements. A subject matter expert will then review all qualified applicants and make recommendations for invitation to interview. You will be notified if selected for an interview.
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Required Documents
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A current resume showing relevant experience. Your resume must not exceed two (2) pages. If your resume exceeds the two-page limit, you will be removed from consideration for this announcement - see USAJOBS for formatting requirements. Include relevant employment history as outlined below for each job:
<br>Official position title (if Federal, include series/grade),
<br>Employer name and contact information,
<br>Start and end dates (for full consideration you must include month and year),
<br>Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and
<br>A list of duties performed and accomplishments.
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The resume should provide the minimum qualifications and relevant experience for the announced position. 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, and 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.
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<b>Member in Good Standing:</b> Documentation showing you are currently an active member in good standing of the bar of any state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.
<br>Assessment Questionnaire (you will be prompted to complete this when you apply online).
<br>Schedule A documentation (if applicable)
<br>Veterans' Preference documentation (if applicable)
<br>If you are a veteran and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must submit a copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility.
<br>If you are a veteran and you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must also submit an SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form. For more information on veterans' preference click here.
<br>Interested applicants must apply on USAJOBS-https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/852711000
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Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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Salary
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$167,603.00 to $195,200.00 Per Year

Attorney Advisor

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Hiring Organization</b></div>
<div><div>Justice Management Division (JMD)</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Hiring Office</b></div>
<div><div>Office of Human Capital, Employment and Employee Relations Office</div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Attorney Appointment Type</b></div>
<div><div>Attorney Detail</div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:</b></div>
Washington, DC - United States
</div><div><div><b>Application Deadline:</b></div>
<div><div>Thursday, January 15, 2026
</div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><b>About the Office</b></div>
<div><div><p>The Office of Human Capital supports the Department&rsquo;s mission of administering justice by developing and implementing policy and programs, providing guidance, and leading efforts to attract, develop, and retain high performing employees.</p><p>
The Employment Law and Employee Relations Office (EL/ER) of the Office of Human Capital (OHC) has a department-wide policy and oversight role in Employee Relations and Employment Law. EL/ER is responsible for providing advice to component employee relations staff and General Counsels&rsquo; Offices on matters relating to performance, disciplinary and adverse actions, claims of reprisal, and the Department&rsquo;s Agency Grievance Procedure. EL/ER works with and provides advice and guidance to managers and Employment Relations staff throughout the Department on drafting notices of discipline and adverse actions and responses to employee grievances. ELG provides support to the Department in petitions before the Courts of Appeals and provides legal advice on Human Resources Staff issues when requested. ELG staff also represent the Department before the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA), the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and coordinates and implements the Department&rsquo;s LR/ER training programs.</p></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Job Description</b></div>
<div><div><p><b>This is a Non-Reimbursable Detail Opportunity for 120 days with the possibility of extension.</b></p><p>
The incumbent will provide legal advice and guidance on the most difficult labor and employment issues faced by the Department, many of which involve novel circumstances or conflicting precedents. In this role, the incumbent interacts with a broad cross-section of Department officials, including senior Department officials; the General Counsel&rsquo;s offices throughout the Department; and Labor and Employment Relations representatives in various components. The incumbent also provides advice to the Civil Division's Commercial Litigation and Appellate Branches, as well as the Office or the Solicitor General, in actions before the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) in those labor and employment cases which impact most significantly the Department's (or its components') ability to carry out its mission.</p><p>
The incumbent is responsible for administering the Department's directives on subjects such as the administrative grievance procedure, employee-management relations, alternative dispute resolution, and disciplinary adverse actions. The incumbent analyzes ER policy issues for the Department and prepares comments and/or briefing materials on proposed regulations and/or legislation pertaining to these subjects.</p><p>
The work will include, but is not limited to:</p><ul><p>
Represent the Department in litigation matters before the MSPB, EEOC and FLRA</p><p>
Provide ER training to components, and offer guidance regarding the use of alternative dispute resolution in administrative processes</p><p>
Conduct extensive legal research involving complex legal questions and develop options to the highest levels of the Department; routinely review statutory provisions, federal court decisions, and administrative agency rulings</p><p>
Develop ER procedures or policies for implementation across the Department</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Qualifications</b></div>
<div><div><ul><p>Must possess a J.D. Degree (or equivalent), be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3-years post-J.D. (or equivalent) legal or other relevant experience</p><p>
Must be a U.S. citizen already employed by the U.S. Department of Justice or the U.S. Government</p><div>
Must have obtained approval from their component or agency to apply to the detail<ul><p>
Prior to starting the detail, selected applicants must have successfully completed a background check</p></ul></div><p>
Must have three years of legal advisory, legal research, and policy development experience in Employment Law</p></ul></div>
</div></div><div><div><b>Application Process</b></div>
<div><div><p>All interested applicants should submit the following documents via email to JMDOHCFrontOffice@jmd.usdoj.gov with the subject line &ldquo;ATTORNEY ADVISOR &ndash; EMPLOYMENT LAW GROUP- DETAIL&rdquo; by January 15, 2026.</p><ul><p>
Cover letter that highlights qualifications and interest in the detail opportunity</p><p>
Resume, highlighting experience relevant to the duties and qualifications listed above</p><p>
Copy of J.D., or equivalent degree (official transcript with conferred status is acceptable)</p><p>
Bar Certificate &ndash; in Good Standing</p><p>
Most recent SF50</p><p>
A statement indicating whether you are or have been a political appointee in the past five (5) years (if applicable)</p><p>
Approval statement from the component or agency to apply for detail</p></ul><p>
Once the application process is complete, a review of submitted documents will be made to determine if applicants are qualified for this assignment.</p></div>
</div></div><div><p>Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.</p>
</div><div><div><b>Salary</b></div>
<div><div><p>This is a non-reimbursable detail assignment open to current federal employees at the GS-15 level. The detail will be filled at the employee&rsquo;s current pay grade.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Attorney

Snap Inc.

<div><div><div>Snap Inc</div> is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together. The Company&rsquo;s three core products are <div>Snapchat</div>, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world; <div>Lens Studio</div>, an augmented reality platform that powers AR across Snapchat and other services; and its AR glasses, <div>Spectacles</div>.</div><div></div><div>
The Legal Team is Snap&rsquo;s dedicated in-house law firm, thought partner, and all-around advisor. This team helps Snap do the right thing the right way, make better decisions, understand and manage risks, and creatively navigate challenges, both external and internal. We partner with Snap team members on a wide array of matters, including privacy, product, law enforcement, IP, commercial transactions, corporate governance, employment, acquisitions, litigation, policy, and social impact. We value diversity and know it powers us as we build an innovative and inclusive culture centered on Snap&rsquo;s values of Kind, Smart, and Creative.</div><div></div><div>
We&rsquo;re looking for a Counsel to join the Safety &amp; Law Enforcement Legal team! The Safety &amp; Law Enforcement Legal team provides critical support to Snap&rsquo;s Trust &amp; Safety (T&amp;S), Law Enforcement Operations (LEO), Product, Spam &amp; Abuse (S&amp;A), Engineering, Communications, and Policy teams relating to investigation and enforcement of Community Guidelines and Terms of Service violations, compliance with content moderation and reporting obligations, regulatory engagement, response to law enforcement requests, and cross-functional platform-safety initiatives.</div><div></div><div>
The team:</div><ul><li><div>
Supports Snap&rsquo;s T&amp;S and S&amp;A teams in connection with the detection, investigation, and enforcement of Community Guidelines and Terms of Service violations;</div></li><li><div>
Partners across our Legal, Policy, Product, and Safety Operations teams to support regulatory compliance, inquiries, and engagement, and influence Snapchat product safety;</div></li><li><div>
Collaborates with our Privacy Legal, Product Legal, Policy, Engineering, Communications, and other internal partner teams to provide guidance and develop policies and tools that enable Snap to meet increasingly sophisticated and ever-shifting regulatory and legislative requirements, as well as contribute to a range of cross-functional safety initiatives and prepare external messaging; and</div></li><li><div>
Works with Snap&rsquo;s LEO team to help ensure Snap meets its obligations to produce user data to governments while adhering to relevant laws and protecting user privacy.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
What you&rsquo;ll do:</div><ul><li><div>
Working closely with the Communications team, formalize and manage a process for developing and regularly updating a library of external messaging points, as well as resources for the Communications, Legal, Policy, and other teams on key points relating to various platform safety areas.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with the Product, Operations, S&amp;A, and Policy teams on detecting and mitigating risks related to child safety, as well as testing and refining product and operational defenses.</div></li><li><div>
Advise the T&amp;S, Product, S&amp;A, and Engineering teams on matters relating to compliance with obligations under platform safety, transparency reporting, and content regulations (e.g., the EU Digital Services Act, the UK Online Safety Act, and U.S. state and federal laws); required reporting to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC); and the enforcement of Snap&rsquo;s Community Guidelines and Terms of Service.</div></li><li><div>
Partner with the Policy team on legislative proposals and developments impacting user safety and outreach to government authorities.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate cross-functionally with teams across the company &mdash; including Policy, Product, Engineering, and others in Legal &mdash; on safety- and compliance-related tooling and developments in safety laws, and to support litigation defense.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with the T&amp;S team on investigations of Community Guidelines violations and advise regarding potential referrals to law enforcement.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities:</div><ul><li><div>
A phenomenal teammate with demonstrated ability to work closely with others in a manner consistent with Snap&rsquo;s values.</div></li><li><div>
Self-starter who is eager to learn and extremely detail-oriented, with an ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously, think creatively, and accommodate tight deadlines.</div><ul><li><div>
Proven ability to project manage key initiatives, working closely with multiple stakeholders to drive projects to successful completion.</div></li></ul></li><li><div>
Excellent legal and business judgment, as well as outstanding writing, strategic-thinking, and analytical skills.</div></li><li><div>
Comfort with operating in a fast-paced environment and working on ground-breaking legal and policy matters in an ever-changing legal, policy, and factual landscape.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications:</div><ul><li><div>
J.D. from an accredited university.</div></li><li><div>
Active membership in at least one state bar.</div></li><li><div>
6+ years of proven experience advising clients, conducting legal research, and analyzing complex statutory requirements.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications:</div><ul><li><div>
Experience as a criminal prosecutor, or in-house or at a law firm advising technology companies on trust and safety, product safety, and related matters. Experience conducting criminal investigations into child sexual exploitation and investigating Terms of Service/Community Guidelines violations would also be valuable.</div></li><li><div>
Experience drafting or advising on public communications and responses to press inquiries.</div></li><li><div>
Professional experience with digital platform, safety, and content regulations (such as NCMEC reporting requirements, the E.U. Digital Services Act, and the UK Online Safety Act). Experience with data protection and privacy laws is a plus.</div></li><li><div>
Preferred locations are Washington, D.C. and New York.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please don&rsquo;t be shy and provide us some <div>information</div>.</div><div></div><div>
&quot;Default Together&quot; Policy at Snap: At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a &ldquo;default together&rdquo; approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.</div><div></div><div>
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.</div><div></div><div>
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).</div><div></div><div><div>
Our Benefits</div>: Snap Inc. is its own community, so we&rsquo;ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap&rsquo;s long-term success!</div><div></div><div>
Compensation</div><div>
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate&rsquo;s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.</div><div></div><div><div>
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC)</div>:</div>
The base salary range for this position is $209,000-$313,000 annually.<div></div><div><div><br>
Zone B</div>:</div>
The base salary range for this position is $199,000-$297,000 annually.<div></div><div><div>
Zone C</div>:</div>
The base salary range for this position is $178,000-$266,000 annually.<div></div><div>
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.</div></div><div></div>

Counsel

Wells Fargo

<div><b>About this role:</b><br>
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Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Counsel in the Legal Department as part of the Corporate Investment Banking, Tech, Innovation and Information Legal Division.
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The successful candidate will serve as a legal advisor in the Structured Products section of the Corporate &amp; Investment Banking division of the Legal Department, providing support to the following lines of business: Structured Products Group, including Asset Backed Finance, portions of Commercial Real Estate, Wells Fargo Home Lending, Corporate Treasury and portions of the Investment Portfolio, and certain other lines of business in the context of any structured products transactions being executed by the related lines of business. The types of transactions within coverage primarily include securitizations of financial assets distributed by Wells Fargo Securities or originated/sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its subsidiaries, structured repurchase facilities, warehousing facilities and other structured transactions. The successful candidate will have several years of experience drafting and negotiation legal documentation for structured products and/or securitization transactions.<br>
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Specific responsibilities include (i) providing substantive legal advice on a variety of laws and regulations relative to Wells Fargo's structured products capital markets and investment banking activities; (ii) working directly with business clients and developing an in depth understanding of business unit activities and products; (iii) identifying and analyzing complex legal issues, developing conclusions and making recommendations for issue resolution; (iv) drafting and negotiating complex legal documents; (v) reviewing and negotiating transaction documents prepared by outside counsel, including securities offering materials and contractual arrangements for complex asset securitization and financing transactions; (vi) engaging and managing outside counsel; (vii) assisting with internal and external examinations and investigations as well as bankruptcy and litigation proceedings; (viii) providing guidance to other support partners (i.e., compliance, credit, operational risk) and enterprise/wholesale groups related to matters associated with structured transactions; and (ix) following and ensuring consistent application of Legal Department policies and procedures to manage Wells Fargo's legal matters, outside counsel and legal expenses.
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For additional information on this line of business, refer to the external Careers Site at Wellsfargo.com/career.<br>
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<b>In this role you will:</b><ul><li>
Provide guidance to management on legal and regulatory matters impacting business strategy and policy or claims against the Company.</li><li>
Proactively identifies policy, legal, and regulatory matters pertaining to area of expertise, and evaluates the legal risk and impact.</li><li>
Independently resolve moderately complex issues and lead team to meet deliverables</li><li>
Exercise considerable discretion and may serve as the primary legal contact for assigned clients.</li><li>
Collaborate within the department and across business and staff functions to address legal and risk issues in a manner consistent with the best interests of Wells Fargo.</li><li>
Coach, mentor and provide oversight with less experienced attorneys or staff</li><li>
Lead initiatives of varying scope and complexity.</li></ul><b>
Required Qualifications:</b><ul><li>
4+ years of Law experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education</li><li>
Active State Bar membership or the equivalent in a country outside the United States</li></ul><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b><ul><li>
Experience as a practicing attorney</li><li>
Extensive knowledge and understanding of structured products and the related regulatory environment</li><li>
Substantial knowledge/experience with representing issuers or underwriters in securitizations and/or structured products</li><li>
Experience analyzing legal and regulatory issues in area of practice and provide effective counsel to clients on complex legal matters.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.</li><li>
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.</li><li>
Ability to work effectively in a complex environment with a high degree of collaboration.</li></ul><b>
Job Expectations:</b><ul><li>
Ability to travel up to 10% of the time</li></ul><b>
Pay Range</b><br>
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Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.<br>
$139,000.00 - $260,000.00<br>
<b>Benefits
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Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.<ul><li>
Health benefits</li><li>
401(k) Plan</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Disability benefits</li><li>
Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance</li><li>
Parental leave</li><li>
Critical caregiving leave</li><li>
Discounts and savings</li><li>
Commuter benefits</li><li>
Tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Scholarships for dependent children</li><li>
Adoption reimbursement</li></ul><b>
Posting End Date:</b><br>
9 Jan 2026<br>
<ul><li><b>Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
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<b>We Value Equal Opportunity</b><br>
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Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.<br>
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Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.<br>
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<b>Applicants with Disabilities</b><br>
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To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .<br>
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<b>Drug and Alcohol Policy</b><br>
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Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.<br>
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<b>Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:</b><br>
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a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.<br>
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b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.</div>

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