OGC Assistant - Compliance

About Latham \& Watkins:

Latham \& Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
About the Role:

The OGC Assistant \- Compliance role is an integral part of Latham’s Office of the General Counsel (OGC) team. This role will be responsible for supporting the firm’s regulatory compliance and risk management programs, including the firm’s Anti\-Money Laundering (AML) program, while assisting with the Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC) document collection and refresh processes for one or more assigned firm offices, including conducting corporate research; working with lawyers and support team members to ensure timely collection of required documentation, and identifying risk\-related issues for escalation. This role will be located in our Manchester office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in\-office presence.
Responsibilities \& Qualifications:

Other key responsibilities include:* Responding to questions from lawyers and support team members in assigned offices regarding KYC document requirements and status of KYC document collection

• Participating in assigned projects that support the firm’s compliance programs and/or Compliance Team Strategic Plan


• Assisting in the collection of data for discreet projects, requests and gathering content for Compliance Team meetings


• Promoting effective work practices, working as a team member, and showing respect for co\-workers

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate well\-developed and professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with lawyers, management, support staff, and outside contacts


• Display the ability to work in a team environment with a customer\-service focus


• Exhibit strong communication skills, both written and verbal

And have:

• Prior experience in a law firm or other professional services firm, preferably


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably

Benefits \& Additional Information:

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance


• A pension plan


• Wellness programs


• Employee discounts


• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham \& Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. \#EntryLevel \#LI\-VW1

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