Analyst, Compliance
White & Case LLP
New York, USA
Published 4 months ago
Compliance Management Systems / Technology
Firm Summary
White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.
With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.
It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.
Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.
Position Summary
The Compliance Analyst will work with the Associate Director of Compliance and the Compliance Manager to provide support on all ethical screens Firm-wide, including establishment, maintenance and removal. They will a ssist with maintenance and audit of Restricted Securities List, preparation of Insider List reports, processing searches for securities trades, audits, marketing publications, and Lateral onboarding. This role is responsible for research and administrative functions in relation to Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions analysis.
The Compliance Analyst will interact with the Department of the General Counsel in relation to compliance processes and special projects, advise staff on resolving compliance issues and using appropriate resources for investigation, resolution and/or approval, and ensure compliance with departmental processes and legal rules and regulations.
This is a non-legal position.
Duties and Accountabilities1
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com .
Benefits
White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
1 The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.
White & Case is an elite global law firm serving leading companies, financial institutions and governments worldwide. Our long history as an international firm means we are perfectly placed to help our clients resolve their most complex legal challenges wherever they may be.
With lawyers operating from more than 40 locations, working in virtually every country of the world, we have invested heavily in building a high-quality full-service practice competing at the top of the market. We are distinguished by our on-the-ground presence in the world's key financial markets and our strengths in handling complex cross-border work.
It's not just about our global network of offices; it's the global interconnectedness of the Firm that our people, and our clients, value most. We work well together across geographic and practice boundaries. It's one of the reasons we attract and retain cross-border work. And why we attract a diverse group of people.
Our lawyers are globally minded, enterprising, collaborative and committed to excellence. Diversity is a core value of our Firm and it has been recognized with numerous awards and top rankings around the world. Our people represent 90 nationalities and speak 80 languages.
Position Summary
The Compliance Analyst will work with the Associate Director of Compliance and the Compliance Manager to provide support on all ethical screens Firm-wide, including establishment, maintenance and removal. They will a ssist with maintenance and audit of Restricted Securities List, preparation of Insider List reports, processing searches for securities trades, audits, marketing publications, and Lateral onboarding. This role is responsible for research and administrative functions in relation to Anti-Money Laundering and Sanctions analysis.
The Compliance Analyst will interact with the Department of the General Counsel in relation to compliance processes and special projects, advise staff on resolving compliance issues and using appropriate resources for investigation, resolution and/or approval, and ensure compliance with departmental processes and legal rules and regulations.
This is a non-legal position.
Duties and Accountabilities1
- Support Associate Director and team with processing searches in relation to securities trades, including review of related searches and analysis for General Counsel's review
- Facilitate all functions of Insider List preparation, tracking and necessary screen implementation
- Provide sanctions research support to lawyers. Anti-Money Laundering follow-up including assistance with audits
- Generate conflict searches using Intapp in relation to securities trades, lateral hires, audits, and marketing publications, as required
- Facilitate all ethical screen implementation and maintenance, including establishing screens, troubleshooting, pre-approval, follow-up, and documentation; coordinate and troubleshoot ethical screen and related database updates; perform internal compliance auditing functions and provide related reports on a regular basis
- Process acknowledgments, email correspondence and documentation relating to ethical and compliance issues as necessary
- Assist with all other functional initiatives, tasks and areas deemed necessary for effective and efficient departmental operation
- Bachelor's Degree required
- At least two years' experience in a law firm, preferably in a law firm Conflicts department/General Counsel's office or comparable paralegal experience
- Understanding of ethical screens, sanctions, insider lists, securities trading, and lateral on-boarding helpful
- Ability to work well under pressure and deadlines while prioritizing workload with limited oversight
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Thorough knowledge of Word and Outlook
- Knowledge of Intapp Wallbuilder and Conflicts database desirable
- Team player
- Effective communicator with strong oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Flexible and adjusts well to change
- This is a hybrid role based in our New York office.
- This role reports to the Associate Director of Compliance.
White & Case is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is our Firm's policy to recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable law.
Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require an accommodation during the process should contact talent.acquisition@whitecase.com .
Benefits
White & Case LLP offers a comprehensive suite of benefit programs to all eligible employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, vacation time, and leave programs (including parental leave). Exempt roles are also performance bonus eligible.
The Firm may modify and amend this job description at any time at its sole discretion. Nothing herein creates a contract of employment or otherwise modifies the at-will nature of employment.
1 The above is a general description of the essential duties associated with this position and does not represent an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties.