Overview
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 sets us apart is our ambition for our people and our clients.
What makes Ashurst a great place to work
* Flexible work options
* Health and wellbeing benefits, gym membership and corporate health plans
* Strong commitment to social impact, demonstrated by volunteering and pro bono opportunities, as well as award winning social inclusion and mobility programs
* Commitment to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050
The Opportunity
We have an opportunity to join our Risk and Compliance team as a Client Audit Associate Advisor or Advisor on a 6 month FTC basis
This role involves responding to client third party risk assessments Client Audits and any associated remediation activities globally. It involves liaising with a number of functions across the Firm to ensure all input is obtained. The position is global in scope and will also involve working to local regulatory requirements as required.
The Risk and Compliance function is commercially minded and focuses on adding value to the business as well as clients.
The successful candidate will
* Plan, prepare and respond to Client Audits
* Coordinate and where applicable carry out associated remediation activities to ensure actions are completed as required
* Work closely with the Client Audits Supervisor to assist in developing and improving the client audit process for the Firm
* Communicate technical jargon particularly related to information security to non technical stakeholders
* Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders on an ongoing basis
A full job description including a breakdown of responsibilities can be found on the Ashurst careers page: https://www.ashurst.com/en/careers/
We are interested in hearing from people who have
* 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 experience in strategic decision making and negotiation skills
* Experience in discretionary decision making and working independently to solve client and technical issues with key stakeholders. Strong professional written and oral communication skills with the ability to present a position clearly 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 adapt to changing environments processes and technology and balance fast pace of work with 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
We value diverse perspectives at Ashurst, so even if you do not feel you meet all of the requirements, we still encourage you to apply
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact globalresourcing@ashurst.com for a confidential conversation
If you are interested in this opportunity please apply directly to Ashurst. We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Accounting/Auditing and Finance
* Industries Legal Services
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