We're Norton Rose Fulbright – a global law firm with over 50 offices and 7,000 employees worldwide. We provide the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. At Norton Rose Fulbright, our strategy and our culture are closely entwined. We know that our expansion will mean little unless it is underpinned by truly global collaboration and we understand that pioneering work only takes place when our people have room to move and think beyond boundaries. As well as the relevant skills and experience, we’re looking for people who are innovative, commercial and value the work that they do.
Practice Group / Department
Compliance – Newcastle
The Role
The role will be based in Newcastle and report to the Head of Client Matter Intake (CMI). The team screens new business acceptance for the Firm’s EMEAPAC region for a variety of risks including Legal, Contractual and Commercial Conflicts. This role is a 12‑month FTC.
Key Responsibilities
* Undertake conflict searches, analyse reports and escalates potential issues for resolution.
* Take ownership of new business intake matters, carrying out full risk analysis and liaising with partners, associates, other member firms and stakeholders to communicate progress at all stages.
* Ensure that regulations (such as AML Directives and SRA Code of Conduct) are adhered to within the Firm and keep up to changes in the legal and regulatory landscape.
* Accurately document any analysis and issues that require navigation.
Key Skills and Experience
* Minimum 1 year of experience in a business, legal or related professional services firm.
* Interest in risk and compliance with a key interest in developing knowledge of the commercial, political and risk issues affecting our business.
* Excellent computer skills with the ability to switch between different database interfaces and online tools.
* Excellent aptitude for research and familiarity with online research tools.
* Ability to critically evaluate sources, identifying key risk issues.
* Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise multiple work streams.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills.
* Accuracy and eye for detail.
* Demonstrated ability to interpret and analyse complex datasets in alignment with regulatory frameworks, internal policies and risk management principles.
* Apply critical thinking to identify trends, inconsistencies and compliance gaps and implement recommendations supporting governance standards.
* Identify gaps necessary to complete a check and tailor requests for additional information.
* Ability to work under pressure with support.
* Show aptitude to work on increasingly complex checks.
* Develop a working knowledge of other regions’ professional rules.
* Self‑driven individual.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging and realise their full career potential. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know.
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