Work You Will Do
You will support the Executive Director Legal, and General Counsel in handling primarily disputes and contentious matters. Your work will involve:
Formulating responses to contentious matters initiated by third parties (e.g., clients, regulators, stakeholders, employees, etc.)
Helping to initiate legal proceedings were determined by the Firm.
Advising on and/or helping to conduct internal inquiries, investigations, etc.
Reporting and managing reporting systems and processes on an ongoing basis.
Proactively helping to manage risks and, to the extent practicable, mitigating the risks, improving processes.
Research on various legal positions, case laws, etc. and advising on the legal position.
Keeping abreast with relevant applicable laws and impact it may have on relevant services/practices etc and supporting in taking steps to comply/mitigate risks.
Coordinating internally and with external law firms etc, as may be necessary for handling dispute matters
Advising on other laws such as Privacy, POSH, etc.
Drive projects for the Reputation & Risk Office/Conduct and Crisis teams. Supporting other Functions in matters such as clients and markets, etc.
Other matters
Knowledge, Skills and Capabilities Required
Sound understanding of a broad range of laws and regulations, their application, and ability to apply legal principles to find workable solutions.