Senior Attorney/Senior Counsel

Be part of an organization that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; to sustaining a vibrant and thriving economy; to making a real difference for the people in our community; and to providing a welcoming and engaging workplace.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis (Bank) is seeking a candidate for a full-time Senior Attorney or Senior Counsel position in its Legal Division.

This attorney will practice as a generalist in typical in-house subject areas as well as in areas more specific to the Federal Reserve. The successful candidate must have exceptional legal analytical and communication skills and will thrive as part of a collegial and collaborative legal team.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as lead attorney in at least one and develop a working knowledge of other core legal practice areas that impact the Bank, including contracts, data privacy, ethics compliance, discount window lending, banking supervision and regulation, law enforcement, data and research, insurance, tax, and intellectual property.
• Provide advice, counsel and other in-house legal services to Bank management and staff and interact regularly with attorneys from other Federal Reserve Banks and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System.
• Draft, negotiate, and review contracts and advise management of potential risks in contractual areas.
• Handle matters that may involve complex legal issues regarding the impact of applicable laws and regulations on the Bank’s business operations, policies, and strategic objectives.
• Conduct extensive legal research, assist in the planning of legal strategies, and support the training and development of other attorneys in the Legal Division.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate degree required and must be admitted to practice law in the state of Minnesota.
• 5 or more years legal experience or judicial clerkship.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities along with sound legal and business judgment. 
• Excellent communication skills. 

Additional Information:

• The Bank believes in flexibility to balance the demands of work and life while also recognizing the necessity of connecting and collaborating with colleagues in person. Onsite work is an essential function of this position, and employees are expected to be in the office 3 days per week for meetings and team collaboration.
• A requirement of this position is that the employee must be a "Protected Individual." A "Protected Individual" includes but is not limited to: (1) a citizen or national of the U.S.; or (2) an alien who is lawfully admitted to the U.S. for permanent residence and who applies for citizenship within six months of being eligible to apply for citizenship and, if offered a position with the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, will sign a Declaration of Intent to Become a United States Citizen.

Our total rewards program offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:

• Comprehensive healthcare options (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• 401K match, and a fully funded pension plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Free public transportation passes
• Annual educational assistance
• On-site fitness facility
• Professional development programs, training and conferences
• And more…

The Minneapolis Fed is committed to developing a diverse workforce and providing an inclusive environment where all employees are respected and valued. We believe that we can foster development opportunities for all and reach our full potential by recognizing the unique experiences and identities of each of our colleagues. From economists to cash specialists, we work together to represent you in our economy.