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 the future of compliance in a dynamic legal environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with significant experience in conflicts and compliance.
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.
- 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 are 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 asap. Successful applicants will be contacted by US Law Support and provided with full details.
Interim Director 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 thrive. Located in the heart of London, we offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, along with flexible hybrid working arrangements that support work-life balance. Our commitment to professional development ensures that our team members have ample opportunities for growth and advancement within the firm, making it an excellent place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the legal sector.
