Cc Attorney

The Securities Division strives to preserve the integrity of the financial marketplace through investigative actions and the registration and oversight of securities, dealers and salespersons, and investment advisers; to enhance legitimate capital formation and deter financial fraud; and to minimize the burden and expense of regulatory compliance by legitimate business. We are seeking an attorney in our Enforcement Section who wants to immediately handle significant financial fraud cases, sometimes involving millions of dollars, to protect the public.

• Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous paid vacation and sick leave programs
• Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
• We are a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page.

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit pension.

• Ability to understand and apply complex legal issues, especially securities regulation issues
• Litigation skills, or the confidence and enthusiasm to develop litigation skills
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Legal research skills
• Motivation to help protect the public
• Ability to handle contentious negotiations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to effectively perform high-level, independent legal work
• Active membership (in good standing) in the State Bar of Arizona, or eligible by waiver

Experience in the securities industry and/or financial fraud cases is preferred