Junior Risk Adviser — Global Governance & Risk

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Freshfields is seeking a Junior Risk Adviser to join the Practice Protection team within the Legal Department. This role offers exposure to enterprise risk management, governance and compliance in a global professional services firm.

You will support risk initiatives, monitor trends and contribute to building a culture of risk awareness across the firm. Collaboration with Legal, Finance, HR and Information Security is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk, compliance, governance, legal, audit, regulatory or other professional services environments.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Support operation and development of the firm’s enterprise risk management framework.
• Assist with risk assessments, reviews and risk-related projects.
• Monitor risk mitigation actions and key risk indicators.
• Prepare materials for management and governance forums.
• Support regulatory compliance activities and risk communications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Risk awareness

Job description

Freshfields is seeking a Junior Risk Adviser to join the Practice Protection team within the Legal Department. This role offers exposure to enterprise risk management, governance and compliance in a global professional services firm.

You will support risk initiatives, monitor trends and contribute to building a culture of risk awareness across the firm. Collaboration with Legal, Finance, HR and Information Security is essential.