Financial Regulatory Associate based in the Houston office.
Joining the Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Department.
Advising financial services clients on payments products, money transmission, licensing, and compliance obligations across domestic and international markets.
Representing clients in state and federal regulatory inquiries and rulemakings.
Experience handling consumer protection matters, including FCRA, FDCPA, ECOA, SCRA, MLA, TILA, EFTA, GLBA, and TCPA.
3-5 years of relevant experience, including advising fintech clients and on payment product development.
Strong academic record, excellent writing and oral communication skills, and robust interpersonal skills for client and team interaction.
Proficiency or willingness to work with innovative technology platforms, including AI tools for legal research, document drafting, and analytics.
Active Texas Bar admission is required.
Offers hours-based and merit bonus opportunities.
Billable hours credit is provided for pro bono work.
Operates on a hybrid work model.

March 10, 2026

Mid-level Financial Regulatory Associate

BankingCompliance/RegulatoryConsumer FinancePayment Systems

McGuireWoods LLPHouston

Practice area

Banking · Compliance/Regulatory · Consumer Finance · Payment Systems

PQE

3-5 years

Location

Houston, Texas

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Financial Regulatory Associate based in the Houston office.
Joining the Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Department.
Advising financial services clients on payments products, money transmission, licensing, and compliance obligations across domestic and international markets.
Representing clients in state and federal regulatory inquiries and rulemakings.
Experience handling consumer protection matters, including FCRA, FDCPA, ECOA, SCRA, MLA, TILA, EFTA, GLBA, and TCPA.
3-5 years of relevant experience, including advising fintech clients and on payment product development.
Strong academic record, excellent writing and oral communication skills, and robust interpersonal skills for client and team interaction.
Proficiency or willingness to work with innovative technology platforms, including AI tools for legal research, document drafting, and analytics.
Active Texas Bar admission is required.
Offers hours-based and merit bonus opportunities.
Billable hours credit is provided for pro bono work.
Operates on a hybrid work model.

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Last updated: May 22, 2026