Job Description
Freshfields US LLP will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the New York Fair Chance Act.
Risk and Compliance Lawyer - Full Time - New York, Raleigh, Washington D.C.
Overview of the Function:
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer is a major international law firm, providing business law advice of the highest quality. - The firm has over 2,800 lawyers around the world, providing a comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments. - Our vision is to be recognized as a leader amongst comparable, elite, law firms. - Our people make our firm - we are a people business and want to create a welcoming and supportive environment where all can flourish. - We see diversity as a strength which creates fresh perspectives and generates new ideas. - We aim to add value in everything we do - we are passionate about helping our clients succeed.
The Law Firm:
- Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer - Over 2,800 lawyers globally - Comprehensive service to national and multinational corporations, financial institutions and governments
The Legal Department:
- Manage the firm’s risk exposure and provide advice on legal and compliance issues - Made up of both qualified lawyers and non-lawyers - Support the firm in pursuing the effective management of regulatory, legal, operational, and information security risk
Role Summary/Purpose of Job:
- Risk & Compliance Lawyer - Key member of the Legal Department - Responsible for managing the firm’s risk exposure and providing advice on legal and compliance issues - Focus on business acceptance, conflicts of interest, confidentiality, client due diligence, sanctions issues, reputational and commercial risk, and other legal and compliance issues
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables:
- Advise the partnership on business acceptance issues globally - Undertake due diligence and reputational risk assessment of new clients and matters - Assist the partnership with solutions to resolve conflicts, confidentiality, reputational and commercial risk, anti-money laundering (AML) compliance and sanctions issues - Answer questions from partners, associates and staff at all levels across the firm regarding US law, regulations and firm policies - Review and advise on client engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines - Advise the partnership on ad hoc queries relating to ethics and regulatory compliance - Remain current on the type of work that Freshfields undertakes across all sectors - Develop and maintain close working relationship with all members of the Legal Department - Assist with training to the firm on risk issues and be an ambassador for the Legal Department within the wider firm - Assist with the development and implementation of business acceptance processes as part of Legal Department and firm-wide programs
Key Requirements:
- Law degree and admitted to practice law in the US - High standards of accuracy and efficiency - Able to give clear and commercial advice on complex issues - Excellent drafting skills - Meticulous approach to maintaining records - Able to influence and liaise with all levels of staff - Able to manage a workload of key projects and day-to-day queries - High level of IT skills - Willing to work out of hours and travel as needed
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong analytical skills - Confidence, presence and a diplomatic manner - Reputation as a proactive problem solver - Fast thinker and quick learner - Excellent communicator - Demonstrates confidentiality, integrity and professionalism - Positive attitude and team player - Superb organizational skills - Commitment to continuous improvement - Ability to identify new systems and procedures
Desirable Skills and Qualifications:
- At least 4 years’ experience working as a qualified lawyer within a leading international law firm - Experience in compliance, conflicts, risk management or business acceptance department - Experience working in a large international team
Salary Information:
- Freshfields is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role in New York and California. - The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. - A reasonable estimate of the current range is $150,000 to $180,000.
EEO Statement:
- Freshfields US LLP is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. - Our policies and practices are free from unlawful discrimination based upon race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, protected veteran status, military service, disability, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. - We strive to promote an atmosphere that encourages equal opportunities and prohibits discriminatory practices, including sexual harassment. - Freshfields US LLP will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the New York Fair Chance Act.
