Risk and Compliance Lawyer

Join the Legal Department of a major international law firm as a Risk and Compliance Lawyer. This role is part of a team dedicated to managing the firm's risk exposure and providing legal and compliance advice across business acceptance, conflicts, sanctions, and regulatory matters.

As a member of the US team, you will advise partners and staff on complex risk issues, support the firm's global operations, and contribute to a culture of excellence and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on business acceptance issues, including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, reputational risk, and sanctions.
• Conduct due diligence and risk assessments for new clients and matters.
• Resolve conflicts, confidentiality, and regulatory issues, including drafting waivers and maintaining information barriers.
• provide guidance on US law, ethics, and regulatory compliance to all levels of staff.
• Review client engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines.
• Assist with lateral hire conflicts checks, audit letters, advertising, and fee arrangements.
• Develop relationships with sector teams and stay current on the firm's global practice.
• Deliver training and support the development of business acceptance processes.

Key Requirements:

• Law degree and admission to practice in the US.
• At least 4 years' PQE in a leading international law firm, ideally in compliance, conflicts, or risk management.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a global, multicultural team and manage multiple priorities.
• Hybrid role requiring three days per week in one of our US offices (DC, Boston, or Raleigh).