Risk and Compliance Head of Claims

We are seeking an experienced Senior Risk and Compliance Lawyer to join our international law firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing our global professional indemnity insurance programme and handling professional indemnity claims against the firm.

Additionally they will provide expert advice and guidance on regulatory and compliance matters and assist with risk-related training initiatives.

Responsibilities

Professional Indemnity Management

• Oversee the firms global professional indemnity insurance programme ensuring coverage meets the firms needs and is compliant with international legal standards.
• Handle all aspects of professional indemnity claims made against the firm working closely with internal teams and external counsel to manage and resolve claims efficiently.
• Liaise with insurers and brokers to negotiate policy terms and manage claims notifications.

Regulatory and Compliance Guidance

• Provide specialist advice on regulatory compliance issues ensuring the firm adheres to legal and ethical standards across all jurisdictions.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and update firm policies and procedures accordingly.
• Collaborate with different departments to implement compliance programmes and initiatives.

Risk Management

• Identify potential risk areas within the firm and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to ensure adherence to compliance policies.
• Prepare detailed reports for senior management on risk exposure advising on appropriate courses of action.

Training and Development

• Develop and deliver risk and compliance training sessions to increase awareness and understanding across the firm.
• Create informative materials to enhance the firms compliance culture and promote best practices.
• Stay informed about industry trends and innovations in risk management and compliance sharing insights with the team.

Experience and Knowledge

• Qualified lawyer with extensive experience in risk management and compliance preferably within a large international law firm.
• Proven track record in managing professional indemnity insurance and claims.
• Strong knowledge of international regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proactive and adaptable with a drive to continuously improve processes.

Who are we looking for

• We dont have a type. We believe our differences are our strengths; varied cultures approaches and experiences can only benefit us.

What do we offer

• You can be yourself:It takes everyone to make us who we are. Were a culture of diverse perspectives with each of us making unique contributions that make us better together.
• In the office or WFH: We think the best balance is more time in the office than at home so we operate a 60:40 rule.
• Beyond salary: We offer plenty of benefits; private medical insurance health cash plan dental insurance life assurance critical illness insurance matched pension contributions up to 7% holiday trading plus many more. Visit:Reward & Benefits Fieldfisher.
• Come for the WOW views: Riverbank House is in the City just next to London Bridge with stunning views of The Shard and Tower a short walk from Monument/Bank.
• Nurturing your talent:Take a build a career approach to your training. Youll be on a pathway but free to wander if you see something youd like to study more closely.
• Funnel your interests: You have a life outside work and we can help it to flourish. Join clubs affinity networks inclusive events and pro bono/charity initiatives.

Inclusion is not exclusive:

If all our differences are highlighted no one stands out for being different. At Fieldfisher all our rich diversity is celebrated.

We will provide the equipment to allow you to shine at the interview and beyond. Just let us know what you need.

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What to do next:

• Click Apply Now complete an online application and upload a CV.
• Successful applications will be invited to a 2030-minute introductory call with a recruiter.
• Every role recruits differently. But well always let you know what to expect from the process so you get no surprises.
• For hybrid opportunities youll be invited to visit our offices for a face-to-face meeting.
• We try to make sure the process takes around 2-3 weeks only but we cant always promise that. We will work around everyones availability. You can contact us at.

We recruit on a rolling basis. Your application may be reviewed before the application deadline. We accept applications until we have filled the role.

We are not a UK firm with offices in Europe. We are a European law firm at our core. While our HQ is London we are spreading across addition to UK China and Silicon Valley we have offices in Austria Belgium France Germany Ireland Italy Luxembourg the Netherlands Poland and Spain.

With 1800 people across 25 offices in 13 countries you might expect an impersonal office culture but you will find a homely family feel even in the largest offices.

Quality on both sides
Across all our offices and jurisdictions are market-leading practices in corporate/M&A finance real estate energy and natural resources technology and life sciences.

We count as clients large corporations including major technology firms pharmaceutical and life sciences companies energy suppliers infrastructure companies global banks and financial institutions.

We aim to ensure equality of opportunity and are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. Applications will be considered on merit and the applicants suitability to meet the requirements of the role.