OGC Assistant – Compliance

Latham & Watkins LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401k plan

Paid holidays

PTO accrual

Well-being programs

Professional development

Employee discounts

Affinity groups

Job summary

Latham & Watkins LLP in Washington, DC, seeks an OGC Assistant – Compliance to support AML and KYC processes within the Office of the General Counsel. You will gather documentation, assist with regulatory research, and escalate risk issues across assigned offices, contributing to a strong compliance program.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-office presence, opportunities to grow in a premier law firm and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in a law firm or professional services firm preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to questions from lawyers and staff regarding KYC documentation and status.
• Participate in projects supporting the firm’s compliance programs.
• Assist in data collection for Compliance Team meetings and projects.
• Promote effective work practices and teamwork.
• Protect confidential and proprietary information held by the firm.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role

The OGC Assistant – Compliance is an integral part of Latham’s Office of the General Counsel team. This role will be responsible for supporting the firm’s regulatory compliance and risk management programs, including the firm’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) program, while assisting with the Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC) document collection and refreshing processes for one or more assigned firm offices, including conducting corporate research, working with lawyers and support team members to ensure timely collection of required documentation, and identifying risk-related issues for escalation. This role will be located in our Washington, D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Responding to questions from lawyers and support team members in assigned offices regarding KYC document requirements and status of KYC document collection
• Participating in assigned projects that support the firm’s compliance programs and Compliance Team Strategic Plan
• Assisting in the collection of data for discreet projects, requesting and gathering content for Compliance Team meetings
• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co-workers
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit well-developed and professional interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interface with lawyers, management, support staff, and outside contacts
• Possess the ability to work in a team environment with a customer-service focus
• Demonstrate strong communication skills, both written and verbal

And have:

• A high school diploma or equivalent
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably
• Prior experience in a law firm or other professional services firm, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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Pay Range

USD $60,000.00 - USD $70,000.00 /Yr.