Deputy General Counsel for Policy & Compliance

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Boston, MA

1d

About The Position

This position acts as the Deputy General Counsel for Policy and Compliance (DGC) for the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation (OCABR). The DGC assists the Undersecretary, Deputy Undersecretary, and General Counsel in the development and coordination of public policy for OCABR and its constituent agencies. The DGC serves as the liaison with OCABR staff and agencies on legal matters to ensure coordination of OCABR and agency priorities, monitors agency initiatives, and communicates with others within the administration or through external channels. The DGC represents OCABR as needed for the industry and consumers. Under the supervision of the General Counsel, the DGC manages the day-to-day legal operations of OCABR. The DGC provides legal services in the form of oral and written legal opinions to personnel of OCABR, DOS, DOB, DOI, DTC, and DOL regarding regulatory issues and public inquiries about consumer legal rights. The DGC also handles correspondence between agencies and third parties on legal matters and provides guidance to the Senior Director of Programs overseeing arbitration programs. The DGC, along with the General Counsel, is responsible for the agencies’ compliance with all statutory and legal obligations, drafting proposed legislation and regulations, and handling legislative inquiries. The DGC ensures public record requests sent to OCABR are responded to in accordance with applicable law, coordinates responses with the General Counsel, and liaises with the attorney general’s office regarding suits against these agencies.

Requirements

• Lawyer licensed in Massachusetts
• In-depth understanding of MA administrative law
• In-depth understanding of consumer protection laws (state and federal)
• Working knowledge of the legislative process in Massachusetts
• Familiarity with applicable substantive and procedural law, both civil and criminal
• Excellent demonstrated communications skills in all areas, both written and oral
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Experience in dealing directly with the public, including both consumers and businesses
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with personnel at all levels of the organization, business leaders, legislators and other government officials
• Strong ability to research and develop solutions for problem areas encountered
• Ability to complete assignments and reviews within strict timeframes
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and successfully manage a multitude of assignments of varying complexity
• Ability to develop ideas and arguments in a concise and logical sequence
• Ability to anticipate and analyze difficult situations and take corrective action to prevent problems from occurring
• Ability to adjust to changing situations to meet emergency or changing statutory and/or regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated skills in Microsoft Office Suite and software programs necessary to support the agency’s operations
• Six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management
• Of the six years of experience, at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity

Nice To Haves

• Experience in public sector is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal oversight and guidance regarding the organization’s compliance with their regulatory obligations, including the development, implementation, maintenance, and periodic review of compliance policies, procedures, controls, and standards.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and assess their impact on the agency, recommending appropriate changes to policies, procedures, operations, and compliance practices.
• Provide direct and indirect legal support and advice to OCABR and its agencies and offices, including their senior staff and general counsels, the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, Division of Occupational Licensure, Division of Banks, Division of Insurance, Department of Telecommunications and Cable, and Division of Standards.
• Draft and amend, review, interpret and process legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines on behalf of OCABR, and its agencies, and other executive offices to ensure coordination with OCABR policy priorities and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Assists OCABR General Counsel with legal or policy matters as needed, including major policy initiatives such as consumer protection and business regulation plans and legislation.
• Assist the Office of the Attorney General with litigation in which the Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation and/or OCABR agencies are a party by preparing and reviewing affidavits, briefs, and related court papers; working with outside counsel who are providing legal services to the agencies in transactions or litigation; and coordinating with the Executive Office of Economic Development's General Counsel, the Governor's Office on Legal Counsel on such matters.
• Provide legal support and advice to Review Examiners and OCABR staff related to OCABR regulatory obligations.
• Respond to public record requests sent to OCABR in accordance with applicable law.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Benefits

• Outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package
• Work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed