Compliance and Risk Counsel

Hays; London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer with 2-4 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE) for its Compliance and Risk team. This role requires expertise in regulatory issues, policy drafting, and compliance guidance for global matters, within a dynamic and high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Risk team within a city or international law firm.
• Ability to advise on SRA requirements and compliance.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory engagement and compliance issues.
• Draft and amend policies related to anti-bribery and insider dealing.
• Assist with internal investigations led by the COLP.

Skills

Strong communication

Prioritisation

Relationship building

Education

Qualified lawyer in England & Wales

Job description

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About the opportunity
A leading international law firm is looking for a 2-4 PQE lawyer to join their Compliance and Risk team and support with global matters for the firm. The role sits in a small but high-performing and dynamic team, ensuring compliance with professional standards and contractual work.

What you'll need to succeed
The successful candidate will be a qualified lawyer in England & Wales, responsible for advising on SRA requirements, supporting regulatory engagement, and providing guidance on compliance issues related to the global mobility of fee-earners. You will also be involved in drafting and amending policies relating to anti-bribery, hospitality and insider dealing, as well as auditing files for regulatory compliance and assisting with internal investigations led by the COLP.
The role will draft client engagement letters and standard terms of business, and review outside counsel guidelines, client terms, and consultancy agreements. You will also provide legal risk input on client pitches, RfPs, and panel applications, and support the legal aspects of opening new offices.

Previous experience working in a Risk team within a large city or international law firm is required. Strong communication and prioritisation skills are essential, as is the ability to build effective relationships.

What you need to do now
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