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About Herbert Smith Freehills
As a prominent global law firm, we provide expert counsel to many of the largest and most ambitious organizations across all major regions. With a workforce exceeding 5,000, including over 3,100 legal professionals and more than 2,000 business services experts, Herbert Smith Freehills is strategically positioned at the center of the evolving global business landscape, delivering top-tier, comprehensive legal services.
We understand that our success, as well as that of our clients, hinges on the expertise, knowledge, and innovative ideas of our team members. We foster an environment where high performance is anticipated, and in return, we offer rewards and opportunities that align with your personal and professional aspirations.
The Opportunity
Key internal relationships:
Director of New Business Intake General Counsel Head of Financial Crime (Sydney) Head of Conflicts, Europe & US Sector lead partners / Managing partners / Regional Practice Group Heads Senior Business Services leadersRole Overview and Key Responsibilities:
The Team
The Global New Business Intake (NBI) team is tasked with managing the legal, regulatory, commercial, and reputational risks associated with new business initiatives worldwide. This encompasses the evaluation and management of legal and commercial conflict matters, global AML/CTF regulations, as well as international sanctions and reputational risk considerations.
The NBI team oversees legal and commercial conflicts of interest, conducts new client risk assessments, and evaluates matter risks for compliance with anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations, alongside international sanctions. Additionally, the team plays a pivotal role in the development and execution of strategic IT risk initiatives.
NBI is integral to shaping the firm’s global business strategy by collaborating with Sector Lead Partners, Regional/Global Heads of Practice, and Business Development to ensure that new instructions align commercially with the firm’s objectives. As the Head of Financial Crime, your responsibilities will include:
Financial Crime Team
Leading the global Financial Crime Strategy and effectively managing the Financial Crime Team, including recruitment, onboarding, training, development, retention, and staff motivation. Continuously enhancing and refining relevant Financial Crime policies, resources, processes, and technologies. Overseeing the implementation of the Australian AML (Anti Money Laundering) program in collaboration with the Head of Financial Crime (Sydney). Ensuring adherence to the applicable legislative and regulatory frameworks for legal professionals concerning the prevention of financial crime, including: Comprehending the relevant legal frameworks in all offices; Developing policies, procedures, systems, and controls for all offices; Advising partners and stakeholders on their financial crime responsibilities; Internal reporting to the Money Laundering Compliance Officer and senior management; Reporting to regulatory bodies; Supporting the firm’s MLROs across all offices. Formulating a training strategy and implementing it within the compliance training framework of the firm. Evaluating new business for reputational risk issues and advising stakeholders accordingly.New Business Intake Team
Developing a comprehensive global NBI Strategy in collaboration with other NBI functions and the Director of New Business Intake, as well as 'Head of' roles within the global team. Establishing the necessary internal networks of trust and confidence to facilitate effective collaboration among the NBI team, Financial Crime, Conflicts, and Matter Management teams. Engaging in partner and business services forums and boards regarding strategy, project implementation, and firm operations.Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
A degree and admission to practice as a solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 10 years PQE in financial crime compliance, risk, and law firm regulation. Ability to quickly build internal networks. Proficient influencing skills with senior stakeholders. Strong commercial awareness. Capacity to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment and manage a demanding workload. Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a global team. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with diverse staff, including senior partners and legal PAs. Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.Team
General Counsel and RiskWorking Pattern
Full timeContract type
Permanent ContractDiversity & Inclusion
At Herbert Smith Freehills, you will be part of a diverse and innovative culture where high performance, client focus, and engaged individuals set us apart. Our firm is comprised of professionals from various backgrounds, contributing a wide array of experiences and perspectives to our work. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where you feel valued and empowered to perform at your best by being your authentic self. We recognize that our future success depends not only on being innovative and progressive in the evolving legal market but, most importantly, on our people feeling highly engaged in meaningful work.
We appreciate that you have commitments and interests outside of work, and we strive to create a working environment founded on mutual trust and respect, enabling you to excel while maintaining a sustainable balance in your life.
