Attorney – Legal and Compliance – Executive Director

Attorney – Legal and Compliance – Executive Director

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) (or equivalent) with strong academic credentials
• 10+ years of relevant, post-qualification experience, preferably at a large/complex financial institution, law firm, or government/regulatory body
• Detailed understanding of the laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption
• Deep subject matter expertise and experience in sanctions legal matters
• Ability to understand and assess a wide variety of complex commercial transactions
• Highly motivated self-starter able to work independently while collaborating and coordinating as part of a global program
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to provide viable solutions in a time-sensitive environment
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills, attention to detail, and effective time management
• Strong project management skills
• Sound judgment and an ability to appropriately escalate issues internally
• Proven ability to handle highly confidential information professionally and with appropriate discretion
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and team-player attitude
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support to business and compliance teams on issues related to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption laws and regulations, including the USA PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act, OFAC/HMT regulations, U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), UK Bribery Act, etc.
• Review and advise on transactional due diligence pertaining to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption
• Draft and negotiate contractual provisions pertaining to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption issues across all business lines
• Inform and advise internal stakeholders on legal financial crime risks potentially impacting the Firm’s clients, transactions, and/or business practices
• Review, interpret, and advise on relevant laws and industry best practices pertaining to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption
• Advise as to the relevance of trade restrictions such as export controls and customs requirements for the Firm’s business
• Develop content for and deliver specialized training to relevant internal audiences concerning AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption legal issues
• Liaise and coordinate within GFC and with key stakeholders across the Firm, including Legal, Compliance, Regulatory Relations, and Risk, to ensure appropriate execution of the Firm’s enterprise-wide financial crimes prevention program
• Assist and work with in-house litigators and outside counsel as necessary, in representing the Firm before legal and regulatory authorities in matters related to AML, sanctions, and anti-corruption legal issues
• Assist with responding to regulatory exams and other inquiries, and internal audits, including overseeing document productions
• Provide support for special projects arising from the administration of the GFC program

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of financial markets and banking transactions
• Familiarity with export controls laws, customs laws, and other trade restrictions