The Team The Legal & Regulatory team of the Risk Group at Fieldfisher provides advice and guidance on legal and regulatory issues, risk management and training for the Firm and manages the Firm’s compliance with SRA requirements, global PI arrangements, commercial conflicts and claims and complaints against the Firm; and supports new lines of business and the integration of new offices across the Firm’s global network. Inclusiveness & Diversity At Fieldfisher, led by the social model of disability, we are working towards removing accessibility barriers and maximising disability and neurodiversity inclusion in our recruitment processes. Should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact a member of Fieldfisher’s Recruitment Team who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. 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For accessibility information on our London offices, please visit our website: https://www.fieldfisher.com/en/locations/united-kingdom/contact-us/offices/accessing-fieldfisher-london A bit about the role Based in our London office, you will be a member of our Legal and Regulatory team and assist the team in its day to day operation Your responsibilities will include: Supporting other Risk lawyers in ensuring the Firm’s compliance with its regulatory obligations across its global offices; Researching and drafting responses to queries from lawyers within the Firm; Drafting and reviewing client facing documents including client engagement letters, outside counsel terms and legal notices; Drafting internal communications and guidance; Risk reviewing contracts (clients and suppliers); Supporting other Risk lawyers on implementation of Risk projects including enterprise risk management, horizon scanning and maintenance of key Risk documents and registers; Assisting other Risk lawyers supporting Firm projects such as the opening of international offices; Supporting the PI claims team including reviewing matter files, preparing instructions to counsel, maintaining the claims bordereaux, assisting in the management of disclosure exercises; Liaising where necessary with other Business Service providers (Finance, HR, IT) and senior stakeholders within the firm; Assisting other members of the Risk group with the devising and delivery across the Firm of Risk training. A bit about you Qualified lawyer with relevant experience preferably within an internal Risk team at an international law firm; Strong academics; Demonstrable drafting skills; Strong interpersonal skills; Knowledge of SRA regulation; Working knowledge of data protection and data privacy law and regulation; Risk management experience preferably gained in an international law firm or in-house in an international business; Proven dispute resolution experience (professional negligence and/or professional indemnity and/or in house claims management); Willingness to work as part of a wider team, with a desire to build strong working relationships and the drive to support growth of an expanding Risk function within this expanding international Firm. What can we offer you? Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher’s benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans, electric vehicle scheme and much more. Fieldfisher HQ is based in the vibrant and thriving City of London, which has something for everyone. Offering excellent commuter links based a 5-minute walk away from Monument and Bank tube stations. Views overlooking the River Thames and Tower Bridge from our 9th floor terrace, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, discounted coffee in our on-site cafe, bike storage, shower facilities and much more. We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas. We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself! Culture & personal development We’re a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don’t believe in squashing people’s individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That’s why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself. We’ll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that’s through allowing you to “access all areas” across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we’ll make sure your talents are being nurtured. How to apply Enter your email address on the job advert and press the ’apply now’ button to submit your CV and to start your application. Please note that we recruit on a rolling basis, meaning that your application will most likely be reviewed before the application deadline. We will continue to accept applications until we have successfully filled the role. The Firm Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas. Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries. We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley. Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant’s suitability to meet the requirements of the role. Benefits Generous annual leave Health insurance Pension contributions Life assurance Season ticket loans Bike to work loans