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Morgan Stanley E*TRADE Regulatory Attorney

1 month ago• Flexible / Remote

> Providing legal and regulatory support to business and other partners on a wide range of issues relating to retail equities, options, and futures trading > Interpreting and advising on SEC, FINRA, CFTC, NFA, and other applicable laws, rules, and regulations > Drafting, reviewing, and revising disclosures, disclaimers, governance documents, marketing, and educational content > Advising on development and rollout of new trading products and services > Assisting with regulatory inquiries, examinations, and investigations as well as client arbitration and litigation matters > Reviewing and updating client agreements, forms, and applications > Assessing impact of new and amended industry rules and regulatory developments and contributing to the implementation of and compliance with regulatory changes > Responding to client- and platform-related issues > Participating in internal working groups and governance forums to provide advice and documentary support > Comfort working collaboratively including with various internal business, technology, operations, compliance, and risk teams and across departments > Comfort working in a large organization both in-person and in virtual settings > Undergraduate degree from a 4-year institution > J.D. from an accredited law school, with superior academic credentials > Member in good standing of a state bar > At least 4 years of legal experience in broker-dealer regulation in the financial services industry, private practice, and/or a relevant regulatory agency or self-regulatory organization. Experience with self-directed online digital retail broker-dealers is a major plus > Subject matter knowledge of aspects of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Commodity Exchange Act of 1936, FINRA and NFA rules, and Federal Reserve Board Regulation T > Highly developed written and oral communication skills > Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and exceptional attention to detail > Proven organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple assignments, work independently to solve problems, and meet deadlines > Strong interpersonal skills to foster teamwork, influence decision-making, and maintain effective working relationships with internal colleagues and external clients and regulators > Ability to identify issues and assist development of remedial enhancements, including with respect to form agreements, policies, procedures, and control processes > Ability to work independently and as part of a team Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren't just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There's also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees. It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Client-provided location(s): Flexible / Remote
Job ID: Morgan-549785943740
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-07-13T03:35:40

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • FSA
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • HSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Personal/Sick Days
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Internship Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)