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About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.

About The Role

The OGC Analyst – Compliance is an integral part of Latham’s Office of General Counsel team and will be responsible for supporting the firm’s regulatory compliance and risk management programmes, including the firm’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions programmes, as well as managing Client Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC). This role will be located in our Singapore 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

• Responding to questions from lawyers and support team members in multiple offices regarding KYC document requirements and the status of KYC document collection.
• Analysing local regulatory compliance programmes and processes and recommending improvements.
• Supporting Compliance Team lawyers and managers, including preparing local office Risk Assessments and Annual Reports, engaging AML Officers, drafting blocking reports, and preparing responses to regulator inquiries.
• Assisting with the firm's sanctions compliance program, including real-time and quarterly screening, generating screening reports, summarising results, and contacting lawyers regarding matters identified in screening.

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate an advanced ability to perceive and analyse problems and develop strategies to solve them.
• Possess well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to interface effectively with lawyers, management, support staff, and outside contacts.
• Exhibit strong communication skills.

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• Relevant AML and/or sanctions compliance experience in a law firm, banking institution, audit company, or similar professional services organization.

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including insurance, counseling, family benefits, well-being programs, and more. Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other protected characteristic.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Law Practice