At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the firm's risk and compliance function across the UK and EU.
- Company: A leading global law firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, benefits package, and hybrid working arrangements.
- Other info: Immediate applications welcome for a fast-tracked interview process.
- Why this job: Shape compliance strategies and make a real impact in a dynamic legal environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with significant experience in conflicts and compliance within law firms.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading global law firm, to assist them in their search for a new Conflicts & AML Director. This is a permanent role in their London office, to work as part of their highly collaborative global team, whereby the successful applicant will be responsible for leading and shaping the firm’s approach to their risk and compliance function across the UK and EU.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading the Conflicts, AML and New Business function.
- Advising on business acceptance matters, conflicts rules on complex cross-border matters, and waivers and engagement strategies.
- Facilitating practical solutions to technical conflict and broader business acceptance issues.
- Building relationships and providing authoritative guidance to Partners.
- Acting as a business-enabling adviser, leading discussions, and managing disagreements between offices.
- Overseeing AML, sanctions, and CDD frameworks.
- Owning relevant policies and procedures.
- Ensuring compliance with regulations; monitoring regulatory developments and policy procedures.
- Delivering and overseeing training programmes and technical development activities.
The firm is offering a highly competitive salary & benefits package, and hybrid working arrangements are in place. Suitable candidates will be a qualified lawyer and have gained significant experience leading a team related to conflicts, risk, compliance and new business intake within a US or international law firm.
We are seeking applicants with exceptional knowledge of SRA and ABA conflicts rules, experience developing policies and frameworks, and familiarity with compliance screening resources. Demonstrated experience with advisory tasks and the ability to resolve complex conflicts and business acceptance issues is crucial to the role.
Applications are being welcomed now, for immediate review, in order for the interview process to commence as soon as possible. Successful applicants will be contacted by US Law Support and provided with full details.
Director-Compliance in London employer: US Law Support
As a leading global law firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to excel in their roles. Our London office offers a dynamic environment where you can lead significant compliance initiatives while benefiting from a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible hybrid working arrangements. We are committed to your professional growth, providing ample opportunities for training and development to ensure you thrive in your career.
