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General Counsel

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Washington DC, United States Financial Services Forum Full time

The Financial Services Forum (FSF) seeks a seasoned and visionary General Counsel to serve as the organization’s chief legal and regulatory strategist and senior advisor to the President & CEO. This is a uniquely high‑profile role at the center of the Forum’s mission: advancing the leadership, competitiveness and sustainability of America’s largest, most diversified financial institutions. The General Counsel will not only oversee FSF’s legal and compliance portfolio but will also serve as a critical thought partner to the CEO, executive team, and member companies on the most complex legal, regulatory, and reputational issues impacting the financial services sector. This leader will help shape the Forum’s policy agenda, protect the organization’s integrity, and ensure FSF remains a respected and influential voice in Washington and beyond. Key Responsibilities Serve as the principal legal advisor to the President & CEO, senior leadership, and the FSF Board of Directors, providing clear, practical, and strategic guidance. Partner closely with the CEO in shaping organizational strategy, governance, and risk management— ensuring FSF’s long‑term sustainability and credibility. Act as a senior ambassador for FSF in interactions with policymakers, regulators, industry coalitions, and external stakeholders. Serve as FSF’s primary liaison to the General Counsel community across member firms, fostering collaboration and consensus on shared legal and regulatory challenges. Build coalitions and engage external partners to strengthen the Forum’s influence and thought leadership. Serve as Corporate Secretary to the FSF Board of Directors, guiding governance best practices and ensuring compliance with FSF bylaws, corporate policies, and all applicable laws. Ensure that FSF maintains the highest standards of compliance, transparency, accountability, and integrity in all operations. Develop and execute legal strategies on issues of national and global significance to FSF member companies, including antitrust, financial regulation, litigation management, and administrative law. Manage FSF’s legal budget and ensure resources are aligned with organizational priorities. What You’ll Need to Succeed (Requirements) Proven Leader: 15+ years of legal and regulatory experience with deep expertise in banking, corporate, or administrative law; demonstrated ability to advise at the highest levels of government, industry, or nonprofit leadership. Strategic Partner: Demonstrated success working as a trusted advisor to CEOs, Boards, or Cabinet‑level officials, with the judgment, presence, and discretion required for sensitive and complex decision‑making. Governance Expert: Strong background in nonprofit, trade association, or corporate governance; ability to navigate antitrust, tax‑exempt, and regulatory considerations with confidence. Policy & Litigation Expertise: Significant experience managing litigation, risk, and compliance in complex regulatory environments. Influential Communicator: Exceptional ability to communicate with credibility to senior executives, policymakers, regulators, media, and the public. Respected Manager: Skilled at leading teams, managing outside counsel, and overseeing multimillion‑dollar budgets. Educational Background: Juris Doctor degree from an ABA‑accredited law school; active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. Additional Requirements Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to, the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Comfortable working a hybrid schedule with four days in‑office each week. Flexibility for overnight travel is needed (approximately 25%). Why Join FSF The Financial Services Forum is an economic policy and advocacy organization whose members are the eight largest and most diversified financial institutions headquartered in the United States. The Forum promotes policies that support savings and investment, financial inclusion, deep and liquid capital markets, a competitive global marketplace, and a sound financial system. This is more than a legal role, it is an opportunity to sit at the nexus of law, policy, and strategy for some of the world’s leading financial institutions. As General Counsel, you will help steer FSF’s engagement on the most pressing legal and regulatory issues of our time and serve as a trusted partner to the President & CEO in advancing the Forum’s mission. The successful candidate will bring not only legal acumen but also leadership, vision, and judgment to help shape the future of the financial services industry. The salary range for this position is $500,000 – $600,000, plus an annual bonus. Additionally, FSF provides a generous benefits package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with matching contribution, FSA/HSA, and paid time off. How to Apply Talent Solutions Group is leading this search. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. J-18808-Ljbffr