Assistant Attorney General - Revenue Finance Division Seattle
Assistant Attorney General - Revenue Finance Division Seattle
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$ 76752 - 149508
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Description
- Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at.Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service atorwww.washingtonrelay.
All employees and volunteers of the Washington State Attorney Generals Office serve a crucial role in the protection of the state its people and resources thereby providing an incomparable degree of job satisfaction. The AGO is composed of diverse collegial and supremely talented legal professionals who are resolute in their commitment to public service and share the common goal of advancing the public interest. For more information about the AGO we encourage you to review the Offices Annual Report which can be foundHEREand viewTHIS VIDEO.
The Office appreciates the benefits of a healthy lifework balance as well as a respectful inclusive and diverse workplace. Successful candidates will join an Office in which every person is committed to providing exceptional legal services and where individual professional development is encouraged and supported. The exceptional benefits of joining the AGO include:
- A competitive benefit package that includes affordable medical plan options dental benefits and retirement plans
- Vacation Leave Sick Leave Military and Civil Leave and Paid Holidays
- Transparent salary schedule AAG salaries are set between $76752 and $149508. The exact amount is set in accordance withAppendix B of theAWAAG CBA
- The AGO will pay the general bar dues of someone who begins their assignment on or before January 31st perArticle 10.8 of theAWAAG CBA
- Flex schedules and telecommuting options
- A formal AAG mentoring program that complements the AGOs inherently collegial and supportive environment
- Health and wellness program
- Training and career development program that is recognized for its excellence and efficacy by AGOs nationwide
* * * * * * * * * * * *The Washington State Attorney Generals Office seeks an attorney to serve in itsRevenue and Finance Divisionin downtown Seattle WA representing the Washington State Investment Board (WSIB).
Duties
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Writing clear client advice memoranda;
- Reviewing negotiating and drafting complex investment contracts related to private market investments (i.e. private equity real estate tangible assets and the innovation portfolio) of the States retirement funds (and other trust funds) in consultation with outside special assistant attorneys general and investment officers at the WSIB;
- Reviewing contract amendments consents limited partner advisory committee consents and most favored nation election forms;
- Providing legal advice both written and oral relating to investments securities pensions employee benefits constitutional law tax open public meetings public records and board governance;
- Providing litigation recommendations to the WSIB with respect to domestic and foreign securities litigation.
Qualifications
In addition to meeting the requirements to serve as an Assistant Attorney Generalthe successful applicant for this position must have:
- At least three years of experience as a transactional attorney working with investments (or a combination of at least one year of experience as an attorney AND at least three years work experience in finance/investments);
- Strong analytical research and writing skills and the ability to consistently produce highquality work;
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully handle competing timesensitive assignments;
- The ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships;
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively;
- Demonstrated client advice skills including providing high level client advice to executive leadership;
- Excellent analytical writing and presentation skills;
- A demonstrated commitment to ethics and to diversity equity and inclusion;
- The ability to develop and maintain great working relationships with a complex client agency and enjoying problem solving in collaboration with your clients;
- A strong commitment to public service; and
- Experience working with outside counsel.
The following skills and knowledge are preferred:
- Significant experience reviewing drafting and negotiating complex contracts (including investment contracts and custodial contracts);
- Significant expertise with private market investments in private equity real estate and tangible assets including through private investment funds (both through limited partnerships and limited liability companies) separately managed accounts and coinvestment funds;
- Familiarity with federal and state securities laws including the Securities Act of 1933 the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 the Investment Company Act of 1940 the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and state blue sky laws in addition to the regulations surrounding private offerings including Regulation D and the rules surrounding insider trading;
- Familiarity with federal and state securities regulators including the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and state securities regulators;
- Familiarity with federal and state pension laws including the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA);
- Experience with federal tax law;
- Experience with domestic and foreign securities litigation;
- Familiarity with the evolving environmental social and governance (ESG) regulatory environment;
- Experience reviewing proposed legislation; and
- Experience with state law issues including sovereign immunity limitations on indemnification open public meetings public records records retention public procurements internal audit and jurisdiction and arbitration clauses.
Applicants must have graduated from a law school accredited by the ABA or completed the WSBAs Rule 6 Law Clerk Program; and be licensed to practice law in Washington State. (Applicants who meet the other stated qualifications and areactivelypursuing admission will also be considered. The AGO seeks applicants who are committed to public service as demonstrated by an applicants background talents attitude and enthusiasm for public law practice. The AGO greatly encourages celebrates and values diversity appreciating that a workforce composed of those from different backgrounds and experiences creates an inclusive environment strengthens positive relationships with the local community and brings new perspectives and approaches to fulfill its mission of providing excellent independent and ethical legal services to the State of Washington and protecting the rights of its people.Supplemental Information
This Assistant Attorney General position is represented by the Association of Washington Assistant Attorneys General (AWAAG) / Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) AFSCME Council 28 AFLCIO. AAG salaries are set between $76752 and $149508. The exact amount is set in accordance withAppendix B of theAWAAG CBA. Positions located in King County are eligible for 5 King County Assignment Pay. A competitive state benefits package is also offered which includes a choice of medical/dental insurance plans retirement life and basic longterm disability insurance. In addition there are nonfinancial benefits that include working in a collaborative and supportive work environment where professional development and worklife balance are highly valued. The health safety and professional satisfaction of all AGO staff and volunteers is critical to fulfilling the mission of the AGO to provide exceptional legal services. Complementing and fostering this goal is a longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship as evidenced in the AGOsenvironmental policies.
Interested applicants must apply by hitting the apply button above. In addition to the online application one must upload via the system and preferably as PDFs:
- A letter of interest;
- Resume;
- Law school transcript (unofficial copy is acceptable); and
- Writing sample (no more than 10 pages).
If you have questions about this position and/or wish to learn more about it before applying we encourage and welcome you to contact Division Chief Dan Jensen at orand AAG Tor Jernudd at or.This position is open until filled with a first review of March 10 2025. Interviews will be scheduled throughout the duration of the recruitment thus you are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
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Honoring diversity equity and inclusion means that an agency and as individuals we are committed to ensuring that all employees and volunteers enjoy a respectful safe and supportive working environment. Only by fostering the inclusion of people from all backgrounds cultures and attributes can AGO employees and volunteers achieve their fullest potential and best advance the goals and mission of the AGO.
The AGO is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age sex marital status sexual orientation race creed color national origin honorably discharged veteran or military status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.Persons requiring reasonable accommodation in the application process or requiring information in an alternative format may contact the recruitment team at.Those with a hearing impairment in need of accommodation are encouraged to contact the Washington Relay Service atorwww.washingtonrelay.
Employment Type
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