Senior Associate (Governance, Risk, & Compliance)

About the Role Senior Associate will provide comprehensive Governance, Risk & Compliance advisory services to our clients. You will contribute to client engagements, assist in project management, and support the development of junior team members. What You'll Do

• Team Leadership: Provide leadership and guidance in the delivery of services. Collaborate with teams and cross-functional colleagues to deliver integrated GRC solutions. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment. Supervise junior associates, providing guidance and support in their professional development.
• Legal Advisory: Provide clients with comprehensive legal advice and guidance on corporate and commercial matters, including compliance frameworks, anti-bribery and corruption, ethics and corporate policies, corporate governance, Environmental, Social and Governance advisory, AML/CFT/CPF advisory, data protection compliance, legal risk management, regulatory interface, white-collar investigations and monitoring and related areas.
• Drafting and Review: Develop and review legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, policies, and legal opinions, ensuring accuracy, completeness, compliance, and adherence to client objectives and relevant laws and regulations.
• Industry Knowledge, Research and Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging regulations, and best practices in the GRC field. Conduct research and analysis to support client engagements and contribute to the development of thought leadership materials.
• Thought Leadership and Professional Development: Prepare papers for publication. Continuously enhance knowledge and skills through professional development opportunities. Be actively involved with publishing articles, delivering presentations, and participating in conferences to enhance the firm's reputation and position as a thought leader in the field.
• Client Engagement: Manage correspondence with clients to understand their GRC needs, assess risks, and develop tailored solutions. Support the design and implementation of GRC frameworks, policies, and procedures. Provide expert guidance on corporate governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Project Management: Contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of GRC engagements. Assist in assessing projects, allocating resources, and managing budgets. Monitor project progress and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work products. Provide regular updates to clients and senior management.
• Business Development: Initiate and contribute to business development efforts by participating in client pitches, preparing proposals. What We're Looking For
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; strong knowledge of Governance, Risk & Compliance, with ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Experience in providing legal advisory on corporate/commercial matters, compliance frameworks, anti-bribery and corruption, ethics, corporate governance, ESG, AML/CFT/CPF, data protection, and related regulatory interfaces.
• Proven ability to draft and review contracts, policies, and legal opinions with attention to accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Strong research and analytical skills; ability to stay current with industry trends and regulations; capacity to contribute to thought leadership.
• Excellent client engagement and communication skills; ability to manage projects, timelines, and budgets.
• Knowledge of regulatory investigations, white-collar matters, and monitoring activities is a plus. Nice to Have
• Active involvement in publishing articles, delivering presentations, and participating in conferences to bolster professional reputation and thought leadership. Compensation & Benefits
• Salary and benefits not disclosed by the firm at this time.