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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My husband and I are trying to move back to VA/DC (where we are from).  He currently works at an investment bank (in capital markets).  Besides Capital One and FBR, does anyone have any suggestions on any companies/orgs in the DC area that have financial svs work?  I know there are the govt sector jobs [b](Treasury, Fed, SEC, IFC, World Bank, etc.) but these seem incredibly hard to even access[/b]- would also love advice on how to get your foot in the door at these.  Any advice/info appreciated- thank you.[/quote]

I agree that it is hard to get your toe in the door to some agencies that you mention. I also have some capital markets background and got my break through a consulting gig. I was fortunate enough to have my DH as a safety net and left my private sector job for a government contracting firm. One of the two agencies was the SEC. But the other agency liked my work and pulled my resume out of the pool. Yes, they can do that if they really want you.  :wink: The key to getting a fed job is through contacts from the inside.

Also, there' are financial regulators like FINRA and FHFA (Fed job). There are actually many financial jobs in the federal government. Even Small Business Administration (SBA) looks for candidates with capital market experience.

Last but not least, there's Freddie & Fannie... if you are willing to put up with uncertainty. But it should buy you some time, say 3-5 years.
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