Risk And Compliance Specialist

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Risk And Compliance Specialist
The candidate will provide all aspects of support to the Firm, its Partners and offices with regard to all tasks encompassing the vetting of high risk clients and matters in accordance with Firm policy. Assist the Senior Manager with the resolution of complex and high risk new client/matter escalations as submitted by the NBI Global Teams with reference to OFAC, sanctions, controversial, unsuitable or otherwise high risk clients, and liaise, as necessary, with the PRPC Director and Firm OFAC panel for resolution in an immediate manner. Provide specialized OFAC/sanctions evaluation support to the rest of the Chicago R&C team. Evaluate and monitor risk surrounding existing high risk clients. Liaise with AML Manager and teams as required. Play a key role in assessing future risk enhancements and participate in risk technology improvement projects. Track trends involving risk issues and produce reports pertaining to same. Assist with complex research / enhanced due diligence projects as required. Master's Degree with strong legal risk & compliance experience. Comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and U.S. sanctions knowledge (ACAMS accreditation required). Strong grasp of Law Firm risk issues and escalation/resolution processes. Knowledge of American Bar Association (ABA) Rules of Professional Conduct. Superior leadership qualities. Excellent working knowledge of Intapp, Microsoft Office and online research tools. Excellent interpersonal skills with a positive customer service oriented attitude. Superior time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work well under pressure, manage workloads, meet deadlines and prioritize efficiently. Superior problem solving and critical thinking skills. Superior written and oral communication skills demonstrated in interactions with all colleagues throughout the Firm as well as Partners and Management.

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