.Solicitor/Associate (Practice Governance and Risk) – LeedsJob IntroductionThe Solicitor will work with existing members of the OGC, business services teams and fee-earners from across the Group in respect of a range of work with particular emphasis on conflicts of interest queries, regulatory compliance, risk and professional ethics. The Solicitor may be required to support other areas of the team from time to time.Role ResponsibilityDeveloping and promoting an understanding of the regulatory and professional environment in which the Group operates.Assisting with regulatory investigations and reporting requirements in conjunction with the COLP and COFA, working closely with colleagues in HR and Finance.Supporting colleagues in the resolution of potential legal and commercial conflicts.Dealing with ad hoc regulatory and ethics queries.Developing and delivering training on topical risk areas and regulation, in accordance with business needs.Drafting/updating policy documents and guidance notes.Maintaining awareness of regulatory/compliance changes and helping to implement the processes to incorporate the necessary changes.Supporting the Head of Risk with Enterprise Risk Management.Supporting on a number of business change and improvement initiatives and projects, liaising with stakeholders across the business as required.The Ideal CandidateA law degree, legal qualification or compliance experience within a comparable team would be an advantage but not essential.Previous experience of working in a regulated industry, such as Legal or Financial Services is highly desirable.Ability to analyse information and to use the results of that analysis to make effective decisions and find solutions.Ability to communicate persuasively, both verbally and in writing.Good attention to detail. The ability to plan and organise effectively in order to meet business priorities and have the ability to work under pressure.The ability to form working relationships with others, both inside and outside of the OGC team.The ability to work on own initiative and manage own workload.A good team player who is supportive of others within the Group.Responds positively to change and adapts easily to new processes.Good IT skills with a knowledge of Microsoft Office packages although further training can be given if required.Whilst not currently expected, flexibility to travel to other offices as required - this can involve staying away from home.About the CompanyWe are a leading international legal business with over 2,900 colleagues and a diverse range of capabilities. We have 11 offices in the UK as well as offices in Dublin, Madrid, Paris, Milan, Rome, Singapore, Argentina Chile, Colombia, Mexico and Miami. We also have associations/alliances with firms in Malaysia, Brazil, Peru, Central America, the USA, Australia and Germany.We are a broad-based commercial firm with a strong heritage in insurance, health and real estate
