Interim Head of Risk & Compliance
- Recruiter
- Ryder Reid Legal Limited
- Location
- England, London, City of London
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Posted
- 09 Oct 2020
- Closes
- 06 Nov 2020
- Ref
- RC1009
- Contact
- Ryder Reid Legal
- Job Title
- Project Manager
- Industry Sector
- Legal
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Full Time
Ryder Reid is working with a highly respected US law firm to recruit a Head of Risk & Compliance, London on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. The Interim Head of Risk & Compliance, London will work alongside the COLP, COFA and MLRO in the management of the compliance function for the firm. Reporting into the COLP, key responsibilities for the Head of Risk & Compliance, London will include:
Strategy & Governance:
- Designing, implementing and leading the Firm's risk management and compliance planning across all offices, as aligned to the Firm's wider business strategy
- Conducting compliance reviews and investigations, reporting to the COLP / COFA, Partners and Management Team on any current issues, threats or developments as required
- Advising on corporate governance and assisting with the drafting of the LLP Deed and related agreements
- Advising on contracts in connection with Firm ventures (such as litigation funders, discovery/disclosure providers and IT outsourcing businesses)
- Managing the Quarterly COLP and COFA meetings and recording any breaches and initiatives for change
Legal & Compliance:
- Drafting, negotiating, reviewing and managing all the Firm's contracts, outside guidelines, engagement letters and procurement terms
- Leading on the Firm's internal legal matters e. litigation/claims (for and against the firm), deed provisions, employment issues and lease renewals etc.
- Advising on and leading firm‐wide projects e. Brexit planning
- Ensuring compliance with UK (SRA and BSB), French (Paris Bar) and US (DC Bar / ABA rules) rules, authorisations and renewals
- Managing the Firms GDPR (data protection) and privacy processes
- Oversight of and advising on Anti‐Money Laundering / Customer Due Diligence requirements
- Managing complex Conflicts of interest and confidentiality (including advising on all relevant rules)
- Advising on Financial sanctions, Anti‐Bribery & Corruption and Tax Evasion
- Advising on Financial services regulation
Risk Management:
- Designing and managing risk management procedures, and advising on ongoing requirements and best practice, including those in connection with:
- Insurance requirements (professional liability/indemnity, standard office insurances and all related renewals and claims)
- Complaints and conduct issues
- Information security and breach management
- Business continuity
- Maintaining the Firm's Interests, Appointments and Gifts register
Documentation & Training:
- Drafting and maintaining the Firm's R&C policies, procedures and best practice documentation
- Researching and drafting briefings on complex legal market and regulatory changes
- Providing and leading on training in all areas of R&C, on, e., applicable ethical rules, conflicts, data protection, anti‐money laundering, antibribery, sanctions, professional liability, etc., developing and updating training materials and guidance notes as required
- Responsibility for leading on developing and delivering training programmes
Projects:
- Providing advice on R&C in relation to the delivery of wider business projects, which might include:
- New office launches (and the associated regulatory / company applications/ formations and registrations, as well as all new policies and procedures for the jurisdiction);
- Outsourcing ventures and IT systems changes; and
- Other ad hoc projects arising from external changes
The ideal candidate for the Head of Risk & Compliance, London will be a qualified lawyer, with strong Risk/Compliance experience within a law firm. Good knowledge of the SRA Handbook, Money Laundering Regulations and other relevant legislation is essential. You will have a commercial approach, a professional attitude and the ability to meet tight deadlines and remain calm under pressure. You must be a self-starter, with good project management skills and be able to work with people of all levels in a constructive way.
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