The Firm

Our client, an international law firm with a strong global presence, is looking to appoint a Conflicts & Compliance Lawyer to join its established Regulatory function.

The firm is recognised for its high-performing, collaborative culture and its commitment to operating with integrity, supporting lawyers and business teams through a well-embedded and forward-thinking risk framework.

The Opportunity

The firm's General Counsel's Office plays a central role in enabling the business to operate safely and effectively, providing expert legal and regulatory guidance across multiple jurisdictions. With a well-resourced global team of risk and compliance professionals, this is an opportunity to work at the heart of the firm's decision-making processes.

This role offers broad exposure and the chance to influence how risk is managed across the firm. You will:

• Assessing and advising on potential conflicts issues arising from new instructions, clients, and lateral hires
• Interpreting outputs from conflicts systems to identify risks and guide appropriate resolutions
• Partnering with senior stakeholders on complex or high-risk matters, providing clear and pragmatic guidance
• Supporting compliance with regulatory obligations across client onboarding, engagement terms, and ongoing matters
• Contributing to the evolution of internal policies, processes, and systems in response to regulatory change and business growth
• Delivering training sessions and practical guidance to legal and business teams to enhance risk awareness
• Providing oversight and direction to junior team members, particularly on escalated or sensitive queries

This is a highly visible role within a respected global function, offering the opportunity to work on complex, business-critical matters.

Requirements

• Qualified solicitor with circa 3-5 years' PQE (flexible for the right individual)
• Experience advising on conflicts within a law firm, or strong commercial awareness with a genuine interest in transitioning into a conflicts and compliance role
• Knowledge of SRA conflicts rules and wider regulatory frameworks
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels
• Organised and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative approach, with an interest in supporting and developing junior colleagues
• Exposure to US conflicts rules or broader regulatory frameworks would be advantageous but is not essential

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model (Three days on site per week)
• Strong opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Exposure to complex, high-profile matters within a global firm
• Supportive and well-established risk and compliance team

Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.

We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout.

PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.