Counsel

Associate General Counsel — Compliance & Regulatory, Austin (US; remote considered)

  • LocationAustin, Texas
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience5–5 PQE
  • Compensation$250k–$375k
  • PracticeCompliance & Regulatory

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Experienced attorney to join an in-house legal team with responsibility for firm-wide risk and conflicts management. This role will work closely with the Office of General Counsel and Risk Management Committee to draft and administer risk policies, prepare training and client-facing templates, and advise on complex conflicts, specialized waivers, and unique engagement arrangements.

Location is flexible across U.S. offices with consideration for fully remote U.S. candidates; some travel required and occasional varied hours to cover multiple time zones. The role will also support responses to client due diligence, auditor and insurance requests, and risk-related projects tied to malpractice insurance and strategic objectives.

  • Juris Doctorate and active admission to a U.S. bar in good standing.
  • Minimum five years of legal experience, including at least three years of law firm experience; prior in-house or law‑firm conflicts/risk experience preferred.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of professional responsibility rules, conflicts analysis, and waiver processes.
  • Experience drafting risk policies, engagement templates, and training materials; strong drafting, analytical and organizational skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and counseling skills; ability to work with partners, business teams, and administrative staff across offices.
  • Familiarity or interest in law firm use of AI tools preferred; willingness to travel and work varied hours as needed.

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