Compliance and Risk Management Advisor

4 days ago


Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Norton Rose Fulbright Full time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Compliance Counsel to join our team, based out of any of our Canadian offices. This is a remote position with attendance required in office approximately once a week (subject to ongoing review). As a member of the Compliance team, you will be responsible for overseeing the firm's compliance with applicable rules of professional conduct, regulatory obligations, and legal orders.

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct and/or review domestic search requests that require escalation, particularly in litigious matters, to identify potential conflicts of interest for new clients and matters.
  • Review and analyze international conflict search requests, particularly in litigious matters, liaising with the Compliance teams in EMEA, Australia, South Africa, and the United States.
  • Communicate effectively with fee-earners throughout the compliance checking process, building consensus to resolve conflicts and advising on results.
  • Provide guidance and counsel to fee earners on compliance and conflicts issues.
  • Prepare waiver/consent language and assist with drafting engagement letters for partner review and submission to clients.
  • Draft ethical screens and assist with information barrier management.
  • Collaborate with a team of analysts to ensure consistent workflow and timely production of requests.
  • Provide guidance and counsel to Compliance team members on compliance and conflicts issues.

Your Skills and Qualifications

  • A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a fee-earner or in the regulatory area in a similar international legal practice.
  • Excellent commercial judgment.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with experience operating in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Sufficient influencing skills to work successfully and confidently at all levels, including senior management and partners.
  • Sufficiently confident to exercise risk-based judgment calls daily.

About Us

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm that values flexibility, respect, diversity, and openness. We strive to create an equitable, inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole self to work and realize their career potential.

What We Offer

  • An estimated salary range of $120,000 - $180,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings plan, and paid time off.


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