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:
- Advising Partners and internal stakeholders on legal, regulatory and professional conduct issues
- Providing guidance on claims, complaints and potential circumstances
- Investigating conduct and compliance matters
- Designing, implementing and enhancing compliance systems and procedures
- Leading firm-wide and global risk management projects
- Advising on commercial contract risks and related legal issues
- Developing and implementing global risk management policies and delivering training in conjunction with Learning & Development
Benefits
- Opportunity to join the General Counsel team of a leading international law firm
- Broad and varied in-house legal role with exposure to senior stakeholders
- Involvement in strategic global risk and compliance projects
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Requirements
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
- Ideally 7+ years' PQE, although applications from candidates with less post-qualification experience who can demonstrate the required skills and experience are welcomed
- Previous experience gained within an international law firm or comparable professional services environment, either in private practice or an in-house legal/compliance function
- Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous: financial crime, employment law, commercial litigation, data and technology, or investigations
To be considered for this In-House Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.
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.
