An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Risk Lawyer to join a prestigious top tier law firm in London. This position offers the chance to advise on a diverse range of regulatory, professional conduct and risk management matters, whilst contributing to strategic initiatives across an international network.
Why Apply?
- Broad International Exposure: Advise on varied and complex regulatory compliance matters across multiple jurisdictions, working closely with stakeholders throughout the firm.
- Strategic Influence: Help shape compliance frameworks, manage regulatory risks and contribute to firm wide initiatives, including ESG.
- Career Development & Flexibility: Join a collaborative, experienced team offering professional development opportunities and hybrid working, with three days in the office.
Working within an established risk and compliance team, the successful candidate will provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across a broad spectrum of regulatory and compliance matters. The role combines day-to-day advisory responsibilities with strategic projects, offering exposure to evolving regulatory requirements, governance and firmwide risk management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Advising on a wide range of regulatory compliance, professional conduct, governance and legal risk matters across the firm’s international network.
- Developing and enhancing compliance policies, procedures and risk management frameworks.
- Managing regulatory incidents and potential breaches, including supporting engagement and reporting to the SRA.
- Monitoring regulatory developments, assessing their implications and advising stakeholders on compliance obligations.
- Supporting strategic initiatives, including ESG projects, and delivering regulatory training.
- Supervising junior colleagues and promoting a proactive compliance culture.
This opportunity would suit a qualified lawyer with 2+ years’ PQE and broad regulatory compliance experience, ideally gained within a law firm or international professional services environment. A strong understanding of regulatory risk, governance and compliance frameworks is important, alongside practical experience advising internal stakeholders and developing or implementing policies and procedures. Excellent communication, analytical and stakeholder management skills, together with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach, will be essential.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to take on a varied and influential role within a prestigious global law firm, gaining exposure to complex international regulatory matters, contributing to high-impact strategic initiatives and working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive, collaborative environment.
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