Risk Associate

Risk Associate 3+ years PQE | Top 100 Firm | Exeter

The firm: This top-tier firm has a global reach and has become one of the pioneers in creating private wealth for HNW clients alongside booming practices in the world of finance and real estate.

They are well known for their work across a wide range of banking and finance services including ethical and sustainable investment, FinTech, insurance and re-insurance, and secured lending. On the Real Estate side, they have recently started doing more project work in emerging markets in addition to the full range of commercial property matters. The private client team acts for some of the world’s wealthiest families and individuals with substantial assets across the globe.

Therefore, the work they do is very interesting and covers niche areas including IP, art, and equine matters. Ranking highly in RollOnFriday’s ‘Best Law Firms to Work At 2024’, this firm is an excellent choice to consider for those who want access to high-quality work, whilst being able to enjoy a down-to-earth, flexible, and trusting culture that allows you to balance your work and home life.

The role: Are you a qualified solicitor with 3+ years of PQE, seeking an in-house Risk Associate role? This top firm in Exeter wants to hear from you!

As a Risk Associate, you will be integral to the firm’s legal and regulatory framework, providing advice and guidance on a wide range of risk and compliance matters. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include managing conflicts of interest, AML/financial crime matters, data protection, SRA Accounts Rules, and handling claims and complaints. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced risk lawyer or someone with a background in regulatory compliance, professional negligence, or similar areas.

The ideal candidate:

1. A qualified lawyer with at least 3 years’ PQE or equivalent foreign qualification
2. Expertise in handling conflicts of interest and financial crime matters
3. Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet the demands of a dynamic environment
4. Proven experience managing key compliance processes and procedures
5. Confident and efficient, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders