Assistant Compliance Counsel

Job Description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

The Assistant Compliance Counsel is responsible for providing compliance-related legal advice to the firm, and assisting management with administering the firm-wide Compliance Program. The Assistant Compliance Counsel works within the Office of the General Counsel to address the firm’s compliance with applicable regulatory and statutory requirements in each of the jurisdictions in which the firm operates, and other jurisdictions as necessary. The Assistant Compliance Counsel collaborates with firm attorneys and members of the professional staff to research and advise on legal compliance issues, conduct risk assessments, develop related policies and procedures, devise and conduct trainings, investigate potential violations, and audit the firm’s compliance with applicable policies and regulatory requirements. 

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, administering, and monitoring the firm-wide Compliance Program to minimize and manage risk.
• Conduct legal research on compliance obligations, and deliver written or oral presentations on conclusions and recommendations.
• Assess existing firm policies and procedures and recommend enhancements, including procedures regarding third party screening, reporting obligations, information governance, data privacy, cybersecurity, and others.
• Draft compliance trainings on selected topics, and effectively deliver such training to firm personnel.
• Assist with audits of the firm’s compliance with certain policies and procedures and recommend corrective action where appropriate.
• Assist in responding to compliance-related requests from third parties, and participate in calls with firm clients to negotiate and resolve issues.
• Assist in devising and implementing risk assessments across key areas.
• Assist in investigating reports of breaches of laws, regulations, or firm policies.
• Identify means to collect data related to compliance effectiveness, and ways to use that data to enhance controls and other compliance efforts.
• Stay current with compliance program best practices and developments in risk management.
• Conduct outreach and education efforts in firm offices to enhance the visibility and effectiveness of the Compliance Program.
• Assist the Office of the General Counsel with providing legal support and advice to the firm.

Qualifications

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally with lawyers and staff at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver effective presentations to both small and large audiences, including the ability to explain complicated material in a concise manner.
• Proven skills in analyzing legal precedent, applicable regulatory schemes, contractual obligations, and related information, and applying critical and creative analytical skills to develop solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrated writing skills, including the ability to draft legal analyses, compliance policies, procedures, and related training materials.
• Demonstrated ability to develop an effective plan for achieving objectives with appropriate milestones for executing the plan.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and a wide variety of legal issues, while maintaining productivity and managing workload.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently and effectively with others in a collaborative team environment to accomplish assigned projects.
• Ability to represent the firm with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
• Legal experience with one or more of the following major regulatory schemes in the US, EU, or UK: anti-money laundering; sanctions; data privacy; anti-corruption; employment. Equivalent experience with other legal regulatory issues will be considered in lieu of one of these areas.

Education

The position requires a Juris Doctor.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of three (3) years of legal experience, preferably in an Am Law 100 law firm, during which knowledge, skills and abilities relevant to the position were attained. Experience devising or implementing compliance policies and procedures strongly preferred.

Additional Information

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The pay range for this position is $150,000-$175,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. Other benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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