OGC Lawyer - Compliance & Intake EMEA

An international law firm is seeking a qualified lawyer to join its Office of the General Counsel team in London. This role focuses on compliance, client onboarding, engagement terms, risk management and intake matters across the EMEA region, working closely with partners, clients and senior business stakeholders.

Client Details

Our client is a leading international law firm with a reputation for advising some of the world's most prominent businesses and financial institutions. Operating across major global markets, the firm is recognised for its collaborative culture, commitment to innovation and investment in the development of its people.

Description

Reporting into the General Counsel function, you will support the firm's compliance and intake operations across EMEA, providing legal and commercial guidance on a wide range of risk–related matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and negotiating outside counsel guidelines (OCGs), RFPs, codes of conduct and client engagement terms.
• Acting as a key liaison between partners, business services teams and client stakeholders on compliance and contractual matters
• Advising on client onboarding, matter opening processes and associated risk considerations.
• Supporting governance bodies and senior stakeholders on ethics, compliance and firm risk matters.
• Reviewing and approving information barriers and ethical walls in line with firm policies and client requirements.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of policies, procedures and best practice guidance.
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on compliance processes and systems.

Profile

To be successful in this position, you will have:

• A law degree and current practising qualification as a solicitor or equivalent.
• Experience gained within a law firm, professional services environment or similar regulated setting.
• Knowledge of compliance, conflicts, legal risk, client onboarding, contract review or related areas.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience drafting, interpreting and implementing policies and procedures.
• The ability to operate effectively in a fast–paced, collaborative environment.
• A proactive approach and commitment to continuous professional development.

Job Offer

Opportunity to join a globally recognised law firm.

Exposure to complex, international legal and compliance matters

A highly visible position working with senior stakeholders and clients.

Competitive salary.

Hybrid working arrangements and a supportive, collaborative culture.

Excellent long–term career development opportunities within a market–leading organisation.