Senior Conflict Solicitor

JOB DESCRIPTION

At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, our ambition is to help you achieve your goals.

Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why many are incredibly longstanding. And we enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 100 years.

We are where you need us to be. We are in the world's largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. Our international footprint is extensive and committed.

We are at our best tackling complexity and navigating change. We work alongside you on demanding contentious matters, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas.

We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, ESG, infrastructure and resources. And we're focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world, including technology and digitalisation.

All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition - which is to help you achieve yours.

Your goals. Our ambition.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Conflicts Solicitor to join our New Business Intake Team in Sydney in a parental leave max-term contract (14 months).

The Conflicts Team is responsible for advising the Firm globally on a variety of regulatory compliance issues including conflicts of interest financial crime, and sanctions.

We play a key role in the development and shaping of Firm strategy globally by liaising with Sector Lead Partners, Regional / Global Heads of Practice and Business Development to ensure that any new instructions comply with our professional obligations under the applicable Solicitors Conduct Rules and are a commercial fit for the firm.

Some key responsibilities will include :

• providing tailored advice, support, and analysis on compliance topics related to conflicts of interest and new business / client acceptance;
• advising on the application of relevant legislation, regulations, and policies, including anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing legislation, anti-bribery and corruption measures and prevention of tax evasion;
• collaborating with business development teams to strategically select new clients, ensuring compliance with professional conduct rules and managing complex global conflicts of interest;
• supervising and support team members, coordinate workflow, and provide training to new joiners, associates, and partners on conflicts and information barrier procedures;
• overseeing trade securities dealing requests, contribute to the design and testing of new software, and lead strategic projects to enhance business acceptance processes.

To be successful in this role, you will have :

What you can expect from us :

For any questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Donella Gressieux, Senior Recruitment Advisor on .

Team

General Counsel and Risk

Working Pattern

Full time

Location

Sydney

Contract type

Maximum Term Contract

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.