Head of Conflicts

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

11/27/2024

Why join us?

The Risk and Excellence team are currently hiring for an ambitious and experienced Head of Conflicts to join their friendly and supportive team.

As an experienced, dynamic, regulatory and compliance professional, the Head of Conflicts will sit amongst the leadership team of Risk and Excellence, reporting into the Head of Regulatory. The person will be managing and advising the business regarding regulatory, legal and commercial conflicts of interest globally across the Group. This person will be a trusted adviser and critical voice for not only the Risk and Excellence leadership team, but the wider Group as a whole.

We are happy for the ideal candidate to be based at any DWF location in England (Birmingham, Bristol, Leeds, Liverpool, London Manchester, Newcastle or Southampton) are we can offer a flexible, hybrid work approach.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Lead the Group Conflicts team, liaising closely with Group Legal, Risk and Excellence and Operations to oversee and implement policies, procedures and effective controls to ensure the Group complies with regulatory, legal and commercial conflicts standards.
• Play an active part in the continuing growth of an integrated group function and assist with the group's growth strategy.
• Advise on processes and plans to resolve the most complex conflicts and issues, working closely with the Head of Regulatory to ensure all regulatory rules are complied with but to also balance the Group's commercial and strategic plans.
• Act as an escalation point for the group in areas of conflicts issues.
• Chair the Group Commercial Conflicts Committee and work closely with committee members in ensuring appropriate governance and process is afforded the Committee.
• Initiate escalation requests to leadership in connection with commercial conflicts.
• Coordinate and support Divisional CEO-level discussions and gather all relevant information which may be required to assist decision-making
• Assist the Senior Data Manager in the continued rollout of the conflicts system across the group and take a senior role in discussions with the software supplier and internal stakeholders such as the IT Development/Change Management teams.
  
  

What will help you succeed in this role?

Essential Requirements

• Significant conflicts experience including experience at a managerial level, preferably from within a large regional or international law firm.
• Sound knowledge of the professional regulatory requirements impacting on the jurisdictions in which the Group operates and experience of dealing directly with regulators at a senior level.
• Demonstrable experience of working successfully across multiple geographies, where US experience is important. The Group covers extensive jurisdictions across the Globe.
• Commercial awareness and a creative mind with an ability to understand broader business issues
  
  

Desirable Requirements

• A track record of working in a dynamic and fast paced business with a rapid growth agenda and a proven ability to successfully juggle multiple competing priorities effectively.
• Demonstrable experience of Professional Services and/or Financial Services
  
  

What we offer?

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

 

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About Us

DWF is a global legal business providing Complex, Managed and Connected Services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.