Job Title:
Risk Lawyer
Location:
London / hybrid
Contract Type:
Fixed-term contract (maternity cover)
The Role
A leading international law firm is seeking a Risk Lawyer to join its Risk & Compliance function on a fixed-term basis. The role involves providing legal and regulatory support across the firm, advising on professional conduct, compliance and risk management issues.
Key Responsibilities
* Advising on daily queries relating to professional standards, ethics, data protection, supplier terms and conflicts.
* Monitoring regulatory developments and identifying any impact on the business.
* Drafting and maintaining policies, systems and procedures.
* Reviewing and advising on conflict reports, including complex or cross-border matters.
* Drafting and updating terms of engagement with clients and third parties.
* Supporting with compliance registers and other monitoring processes.
* Handling escalated conflicts queries.
* Assisting with ad hoc risk and compliance projects as required.
Candidate Profile
* Qualified lawyer (England & Wales).
* At least two years’ experience in legal compliance.
* Knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and wider regulatory framework.
* Strong drafting skills, with experience preparing policies, procedures and contracts.
* Solid understanding of data protection, AML, sanctions, bribery and related compliance areas.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to handle sensitive issues confidently.
* Strong organisational and analytical abilities.
* Training experience desirable but not essential.
If you're interested, please apply or contact chloe.graham@ssq.com