A leading international law firm is seeking a legal professional with 3-5 years PQE / proven experience in risk and regulatory compliance, ideally across Asia-Pacific. The role supports the Regional Head of Risk & Compliance and helps deliver consistent, high-quality compliance solutions across the region.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide proactive guidance on risk and compliance matters to partners and staff, reflecting the firms values.
- Collaborate with UK-based team members to ensure strategic alignment and consistent advice.
- Ensure compliance with law society rules, firm policies, and guidelines.
- Advise on client, supplier, and secondment terms.
- Manage AML, sanctions, conflicts, and financial crime escalations efficiently.
- Conduct research and contribute to regional or firm-wide risk projects.
- Build strong relationships with partners and present in meetings as needed.
- Identify and address knowledge gaps in risk and compliance.
- Support rollout of new initiatives and tech solutions aligned with regulatory changes.
- Work closely with business services to embed risk management into operations.
- Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments and implement timely changes.
Key Qualifications :
Legal professional with 3-5 years PQE / proven experience in an international law firmFamiliarity with professional bar rulesExperience with Intapp and centralized compliance teamsStrong communication and cross-cultural collaboration skillsOrganized, analytical, and detail-orientedFluent in English; Mandarin or Japanese is a plusExperience with multi-jurisdictional projects preferred