Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a determination to go beyond the ordinary by outpacing change.
We have a community of 4800+ people across over 30 offices globally and are a trusted adviser to top corporates, financial institutions, and governments.
What makes us a great place to work?
* Flexible work options
* Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans
* We have a strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by our extensive volunteering and pro-bono opportunities, as well as our award-winning social inclusion and mobility programs
* We are committed to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity to join our Risk & Compliance team as a Client Audit Associate Advisor or Advisor on a 6 month fixed-term basis.
This role involves responding to client third party risk assessments (Client Audits) and any associated remediation activities globally. This role involves liaising with a number of functions across the Firm to ensure all necessary input is obtained.
The Risk & Compliance function is commercially minded and focuses on adding value to the business as well as clients.
Responsibilities:
* Successfully plan, prepare and respond to Client Audits;
* Coordinate (and, where applicable, carry out) any associated remediation activities to ensure such activities are actioned as required;
* Work closely with the Client Audits Supervisor to assist in developing and improving the client audit process for the Firm;
* Be able to communicate technical jargon (particularly common in relation to information security) to non-technical stakeholders (partners, clients and other business functions); and
* Be tasked to further develop relationships with our stakeholders on a continuous basis.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
* Notable experience and technical skills within an Auditing (Internal, External, Second-Party or Third-Party), Compliance, Quality, Governance or Project Management role, or experience within Third Party/Supplier Risk Management.
* Demonstrated experienced background of strategic decision making and negotiation skills.
* Experienced in discretionary decision-making and working independently to problem solve client and technical issues with key stakeholders. Strong, professional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to put a position forward in a clear, articulate way, to different stakeholders.
* Advanced ability to manage large volumes of information in the appropriate format.
* Ability to adhere to strict internal and external deadlines. Skilled in managing expectations and facilitating complex discussions.
* Ability to smoothly adapt to changing environments, processes and technology, and to balance a fast pace of working, with appropriate attention to detail.
* Discrete and professional in handling sensitive and confidential situations
* Adaptable interpersonal skills, able to liaise effectively at all levels across the Firm. Approachable, with the ability to contribute positively to a supportive team environment.
We value diverse perspectives, so even if you don't feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply.