Conflicts & Ethics Counsel — Hybrid, Global Compliance

Latham & Watkins; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Life assurance

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is seeking an OGC Lawyer – Conflicts and Ethics, a role within the Office of the General Counsel. The position supports compliance programs, conflicts intake, and risk management, in a role located in London or Manchester with hybrid/in-office arrangements.

The candidate will operate across jurisdictions outside the US, require a law degree or equivalent, and hold a practicing certificate with experience in conflicts and ethics within a law firm context.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in law/legal qualification required.
• Qualified solicitor/barrister or equivalent foreign lawyer with right to practice.
• Active practicing certificate or local bar membership required.
• Post-qualification experience preferred, especially in conflicts/ethics.
• Experience in a law firm compliance environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior lawyers and Conflicts Department in identifying and resolving ethics and business conflict issues for laterals and new business.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on conflicts or ethics matters as requested by Senior Assistant General Counsels.
• Support general risk management programs including file audits, accountants letters, and contract reviews.
• Assist with review of Outside Counsel Guidelines, Engagement Letters, and terms of engagement with clients.
• Research and analyse complex ethics and compliance questions with stakeholders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Hybrid work willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Law degree or equivalent

Qualified solicitor/barrister or foreign lawyer

Active practicing certificate or local bar membership

Post-qualification experience

Conflicts team experience

General law firm compliance experience

Job description

Latham & Watkins is seeking an OGC Lawyer – Conflicts and Ethics, a role within the Office of the General Counsel. The position supports compliance programs, conflicts intake, and risk management, in a role located in London or Manchester with hybrid/in-office arrangements.

The candidate will operate across jurisdictions outside the US, require a law degree or equivalent, and hold a practicing certificate with experience in conflicts and ethics within a law firm context.