A top global law firm in London is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join its in-house legal team. This role is embedded within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), which oversees the firm's global risk management, regulatory compliance and corporate governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise on the firm's global corporate structure and governance, including secretarial matters and office lifecycle events (openings, closures, restructures)
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance across jurisdictions, including policy development and implementation
• Identify and mitigate legal and business risks in contracts and operations
• Support compliance with global reporting obligations (e.g., Modern Slavery, sanctions, sustainability regulations)
• Contribute to strategic legal initiatives and risk management efforts

Candidate Profile

• A qualified transactional lawyer (England & Wales and/or New York), with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience
• Background in a top-tier law firm or in-house legal/risk team at an international firm
• Strong communicator with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly
• Skilled in compliance, risk management and legal training delivery
• Excellent drafting and project management capabilities

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