Senior Risk & Compliance Counsel — Asia

0400 FBD USA LLP

Hong Kong

On-site

HKD 1,300,000 - 2,000,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Freshfields is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Lawyer to join its Asia team. The role advises on business acceptance, legal, regulatory and commercial risk across the region and supports risk-based decision-making for partners, lawyers and business services teams.

The role involves mentoring colleagues, handling complex risk issues, and contributing to initiatives around process improvement, technology and AI-enabled solutions to enhance efficiency and service delivery in a global law firm

Qualifications

Qualified lawyer with strong experience in legal, regulatory, risk or compliance matters.
Confident advising senior stakeholders on complex, sensitive issues.
Analytical, drafting and communication skills with practical, commercial focus.
Collaborative team player with mentoring ability.

Responsibilities

Advise on complex business acceptance matters including conflicts, confidentiality, client due diligence, AML, sanctions, reputational risk and engagement terms.
Provide legal, regulatory and governance support across Asia including policy, training, regulatory developments and internal guidance.
Act as trusted adviser and escalation point for complex or sensitive risk issues.
Mentor colleagues in Business Acceptance and Legal Department and promote best practice.
Contribute to process improvement, technology, automation and AI-enabled initiatives to enhance efficiency.