Global Risk & Compliance Lawyer (US-Qualified)

IDEX Consulting; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX Consulting's client, a leading international law firm, seeks a US-qualified Risk & Compliance Lawyer to join its US team in New York. You will manage risk exposure and advise on business acceptance, conflicts, confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

This hybrid role requires at least four years' experience in a top firm or equivalent risk function, with strong drafting, advisory skills and the ability to influence partners and staff.

Qualifications

• US-qualified lawyer with strong risk and compliance background.
• Experience advising on conflicts, business acceptance and AML/sanctions.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise partners on business acceptance, conflicts, confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
• Undertake due diligence and reputational risk assessment on new clients and matters.
• Resolve conflicts, confidentiality and AML/sanctions issues, including waivers and information barriers.
• Review client engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines; advise on ethics and regulatory matters.
• Assist with conflicts review on incoming lateral hires and training across the department.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance

Conflicts of interest

Due diligence

Regulatory knowledge

Drafting

Communication

Education

US bar admission

Tools

Intapp

Job description

IDEX Consulting's client, a leading international law firm, seeks a US-qualified Risk & Compliance Lawyer to join its US team in New York. You will manage risk exposure and advise on business acceptance, conflicts, confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

This hybrid role requires at least four years' experience in a top firm or equivalent risk function, with strong drafting, advisory skills and the ability to influence partners and staff.