At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide risk and compliance support, advising on regulatory matters and developing risk management frameworks.
- Company: Top international law firm with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Competitive salary up to £95,000, hybrid working, and excellent employee benefits.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and engaging environment.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in risk management across global offices.
- Qualifications: At least 2 years' experience in risk and compliance within a commercial law firm.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 95000 £ per year.
Top International Firm is seeking to hire a new proactive and capable Risk Lawyer. The role will sit within the UK Risk Management Team based in the London office and will report to the Head of Risk. The role will have a general remit, providing day-to-day risk and compliance support across the UK practice.
Salary to £95,000
Hybrid working
Excellent employee benefits
The successful candidate will be expected to advise fee earners and business professionals on a wide range of professional conduct, regulatory and risk management matters, and to contribute to the ongoing development of the firm's risk management framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supporting both the Head of Risk and Director of Risk (who is also the firm's COLP) to satisfy all regulatory requirements for the UKIME offices with a particular focus on the offices in Dubai and Ireland.
- Assisting in the updating of engagement documentation and Terms of Business, with a focus on the offices in Dubai and Ireland, to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Delivering training on risk issues including for the offices in Dubai and Ireland.
- Horizon scanning in relation to regulatory issues likely to affect any of the UKIME offices.
- Supporting other Business Professionals Teams and Practice Area Groups in the UKIME offices with ad hoc queries about risk issues affecting the firm.
- Reviewing and updating the firm's risk management policies, procedures and precedents for the UKIME offices on a regular basis to ensure they remain current and fit for purpose with a focus on the offices in Dubai and Ireland.
- Supporting the broader Risk team in the day-to-day management of risk and compliance matters.
- Contributing to the development and maintenance of the firm's risk management framework, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes where appropriate.
Skills & Requirements:
- A person with at least 2 years' experience in a risk and compliance role in a commercial international law firm.
- Working knowledge of regulatory issues affecting solicitors and lawyers in different jurisdictions.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build trust within the business and in the team.
Risk Lawyer employer: Larbey Evans Careers
Join a dynamic international law firm in London that prioritises employee growth and development, offering a competitive salary and a hybrid working model. With a strong focus on professional development, this role provides high-level exposure to key stakeholders and meaningful work from day one, making it an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their legal careers in a supportive and collaborative environment.
