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Head of Risk & Compliance

United States, New York · Job Posted May 04, 2026
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Our client is a major law firm looking for a senior level consultant to act as Head of Risk & Compliance. This role has the potential to subsequently convert to a permanent role and it is onsite 3 days a week at our client's office either in Midtown Manhattan, New Haven, or Greenwich.

Job Responsibility

  • Strategic Leadership: Direct the US-based risk and compliance function, aligning regional strategies with global standards and overseeing the performance of a dedicated departmental team
  • Operational Governance: Manage the full lifecycle of new business intake (NBI), including complex conflicts resolution, ethical screens, and the negotiation of engagement terms or waivers
  • Regulatory & Policy Oversight: Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging legal trends, drafting and updating internal policies to ensure the firm remains compliant with state and federal legislation
  • Financial & Professional Integrity: Coordinate with AML, Sanctions, and Professional Indemnity managers to mitigate financial crime risks and support the management of professional liability claims
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership (Finance, HR, and Counsel) on sensitive regulatory matters, professional ethics, and high-risk decision-making
  • Risk Mitigation for Growth: Provide structured risk assessments for major firm initiatives, such as lateral partner hiring, new office launches, and high-stakes client matters
  • Training & Quality Assurance: Design and deliver comprehensive training programs for attorneys and staff regarding confidentiality, information handling, and ethical obligations
  • Data & Reporting: Maintain critical risk registers and deliver high-level reporting to the Partnership Board, ensuring transparency on departmental performance and risk exposure

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor required, along with active U.S. Bar admission in good standing
  • At least 6–8 years of experience in law firm risk management, ethics, conflicts, responsibility-related matters, or a General Counsel's office
  • Prior people leadership experience with the ability to manage teams and influence senior stakeholders effectively
  • Strong background in risk analysis, due diligence, and development of practical risk management strategies
  • Knowledge of anti-money laundering principles, regulatory compliance, and governance practices relevant to legal environments
  • Demonstrated ability to handle conflicts reviews, ethical issues, and other complex matters requiring sound judgment
  • Familiarity with law firm conflicts and intake technology, including platforms such as Intapp, is strongly preferred

Nice to have

Familiarity with law firm conflicts and intake technology, including platforms such as Intapp, is strongly preferred

What we offer

  • medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • enrollment in company 401(k) plan

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