Professional Negligence Risk and Compliance Solicitor

The Legal & Regulatory team of the Risk Group at Fieldfisher, provides advice and guidance on legal and regulatory issues, risk management and training for the Firm;

The team also manages the Firm's compliance with SRA requirements, global PI arrangements, commercial conflicts and claims and complaints against the Firm; and supports new lines of business and the integration of new offices across the Firm's global network.

Responsibilities

Based in our London office, you will be a member of our Legal and Regulatory team and assist the team in its day to day operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting other Risk lawyers in ensuring the Firm's compliance with its regulatory obligations across its global offices;


• Supporting the firms General Council including reviewing matter files, preparing instructions to counsel, maintaining the claims bordereaux, assisting in the management of disclosure exercises;


• Researching and drafting responses to queries from lawyers within the Firm;


• Drafting and reviewing client facing documents including client engagement letters, outside counsel terms and legal notices;


• Drafting internal communications and guidance;


• Risk reviewing contracts (clients and suppliers);


• Supporting other Risk lawyers on implementation of Risk projects including enterprise risk management, horizon scanning and maintenance of key Risk documents and registers;


• Assisting other Risk lawyers supporting Firm projects such as the opening of international offices;


• Liaising where necessary with other Business Service providers (Finance, HR, IT) and senior stakeholders within the firm;


• Assisting other members of the Risk group with the devising and delivery across the Firm of Risk training.
  
  Qualified lawyer with relevant experience preferably within an internal Risk team at an international law firm;


• Proven dispute resolution experience (professional negligence and/or professional indemnity and/or in house claims management);


• Strong academics;


• Demonstrable drafting skills;


• Strong interpersonal skills;


• Knowledge of SRA regulation;


• Working knowledge of data protection and data privacy law and regulation;


• Risk management experience preferably gained in an international law firm or in-house in an international business;


• Willingness to work as part of a wider team, with a desire to build strong working relationships and the drive to support growth of an expanding Risk function within this expanding international Firm.


Inclusiveness and Diversity

Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas.

Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries.

We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley.

Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role., "I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step.

Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity."

"Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent.

The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job."

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Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans, electric vehicle scheme and much more.

Fieldfisher HQ is based in the vibrant and thriving City of London, which has something for everyone. Offering excellent commuter links based a 5-minute walk away from Monument and Bank tube stations. Views overlooking the River Thames and Tower Bridge from our 9th floor terrace, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, discounted coffee in our on-site cafe, bike storage, shower facilities and much more.

We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas.

We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!

Culture & personal development

We're a firm with real entrepreneurial drive and we don't believe in squashing people's individuality. We want you to use your unique talents and experiences to help the firm grow. You can only do that by being yourself. And working closely and collaboratively with people throughout the firm. That's why we foster a culture that encourages you to be yourself.

We'll give you bespoke support to develop your own career. Whether that's through allowing you to "access all areas" across the firm, funding you through training for professional development qualifications, or making sure you have a structured career plan, we'll make sure your talents are being nurtured.