Risk & Compliance Lawyer

Summary

Our client is a huge American law firm with goals to expand their Risk & Compliance team with outstanding candidates. As a Risk & Compliance Lawyer you will be assisting with the implementation of internal risk processes, particularly in conflicts of interest, and other compliance requirements arising from relevant jurisdictional regulations (e.g. the Solicitors Regulation Authority Code of Conduct).

Responsibilities

• Identify potential conflict and confidential information issues arising from potential and existing matters and analyse appropriately.
• Assist with the implementation of solutions to resolve conflicts and confidentiality issues.
• Assist with the development, administration, monitoring and maintenance of policies and procedures and ensure conflicts, risk and related issues are dealt with consistently across the firm.
• Answer all queries relating to the interpretation of relevant legislation, regulation and firm policies pertaining to conflicts of interest, regulatory compliance and AML.
• Undertake due diligence and  a full risk assessment on new clients.
• Deliver training on risk issues to the firm and be an ambassador for the team within the wider firm.

Key Requirements

• You must be qualified with experience in a highly regarded commercial law firm or significant conflicts experience obtained in a risk and compliance department of a reputable international law firm.
• A sound and broad knowledge of the law is required, with preference given to experience in risk and compliance.
• A comprehensive knowledge of applicable ethical rules and guidelines and related compliance issues applicable to international law firms. Keep abreast of changes to relevant legislation and guidance.
• A high level of IT skills is essential and must include familiarity with applications such as Word, Outlook and Excel. Web-based and general research skills essential.
• Willing to work beyond contractual hours when required
• Ability to promote the value of a compliance culture.