Senior In-House Lawyer (General Counsel)

Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking an In-House Lawyer to join its General Counsel team on a permanent basis.

The Opportunity

The opportunity is with a highly regarded international law firm with a strong global presence, recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and commitment to excellence.

The firm is looking to appoint an experienced In-House Lawyer to advise on a broad range of legal, regulatory, compliance and professional conduct matters. Working closely with the General Counsel and senior members of the in-house legal team, you will act as a trusted advisor to Partners and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic projects whilst providing pragmatic legal advice across the business.

This role would suit either a lawyer currently in private practice looking to transition into an in-house legal role within a leading law firm, or an experienced in-house legal or compliance professional seeking a broader advisory position.

Responsibilities

The successful In-House Lawyer will take ownership of a broad range of matters and responsibilities, including:

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• Advising Partners and internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and professional conduct issues
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• Providing guidance on claims, complaints and potential circumstances
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• Investigating conduct and compliance matters
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• Designing, implementing and enhancing compliance systems and procedures
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• Leading firm-wide and global risk management projects
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• Advising on commercial contract risks and related legal issues
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• Developing and implementing global risk management policies and delivering training in conjunction with Learning & Development
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Benefits

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• Opportunity to join the General Counsel team of a leading international law firm
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• Broad and varied in-house legal role with exposure to senior stakeholders
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• Involvement in strategic global risk and compliance projects
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• Collaborative and supportive working environment
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• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
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Requirements

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• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
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• Ideally 7+ years' PQE, although applications from candidates with less post-qualification experience who can demonstrate the required skills and experience are welcomed
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• Previous experience gained within an international law firm or comparable professional services environment, either in private practice or an in-house legal/compliance function
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• Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous: financial crime, employment law, commercial litigation, data and technology, or investigations
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To be considered for this In-House Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.