Description:
About the role:The Associate General Counsel – Compliance is an integral part of A Global Law Firm Office of the General Counsel team and will be responsible for playing a pivotal role in overseeing key areas of legal compliance within the United States, while leading and managing U.S. compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local laws. This role will be located in either our New York or Washington, D.C. office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
Other key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing U.S. compliance initiatives, ensuring alignment with federal, state, and local news
- Developing and implementing policies and procedures to support compliance objectives
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to address complex legal issues and support business goals relating to compliance
- Conducting risk assessments and developing mitigation strategies
- Representing the organization in interactions with regulatory bodies and external stakeholders
- Providing training and support to internal teams and others in the firm on compliance-related matters
- Staying informed of legal developments and advises on potential impacts to the organization
- Overseeing at least one U.S. compliance program, ensuring effective implementation
- Creating and delivering compliance intiatives firm-wide
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that A Global Law Firm retains
We'd love to hear from you if you:
- Possess strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor junior lawyers
- Display excellent legal, analytical, and communication skills with minimal supervision needed
- Demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment with a customer service focus
And have:
- A bachelor's degree
- A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- An active bar membership
- A minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in legal compliance, preferably within a large law firm or corporate environment
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience managing or advising external clients on a law firm or corporate regulatory compliance program
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience working directly with law firm partners, law firm clients, or senior leadership in a corporate environment
