Head of Business Acceptance

The Head of Business Acceptance will have primary responsibility for Conflicts and AML within the UK, Ireland, and Dubai, and will liaise with the US business in relation to the resolution of Conflicts involving the listed jurisdictions. The role requires experience of ABA Conflicts rules and resolution, and will involve managing a team of circa 25 analysts across AML and Conflicts.

Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate understanding of the risks faced by an international commercial law firm;
• Ability to manage the resolution of legal and commercial conflicts of interest with regards to the applicable regulatory requirements and taking account of the competing needs of the firm's partners and offices;
• Experience of the US ABA conflict of interest roles will be an advantage and will need to be learned by any candidate who does not have prior experience of them;
• Ability to communicate effectively with individuals and teams at all levels across the firm's UK and international practices;
• Understands the demands of fee earners and can provide commercial solutions under pressure;
• Ability to manage a range of projects effectively to completion;
• Leads by example;
• Approaches challenges logically, identifying issues in complex situations and communicating solutions effectively;
• Excellent time management and organisational skills;
• Actively promotes teamwork across the risk management team, promoting a team culture that encourages co-operation, support and knowledge sharing.

Benefits

• Hybrid working
• Holiday
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave