Risk and Compliance Analyst

Legal - Legal - Other - Sydney - Permanent / Full Time - 30 weeks' Paid Parental Leave for (permanent) staff and partners - A truly flexible workplace - we call it "Your Work. Your Way" - And of course great people, great culture and great work **About you** - 1-2 years' experience in a risk management and compliance role. - High level attention to detail and accuracy. - Proven ability to manage multiple tasks. - Ability to prioritise workload, manage time and schedule tasks, and be resilient to changing priorities. - Proven ability to work autonomously. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. - Can do attitude with a focus on providing a solution. - Committed to working in a collaborative, team-focused environment. **Your role** As a leading law firm, we deal with complex legal matters. Your role as a Risk and Compliance Analyst will involve working closely to support the Risk and Compliance Advisor. This will include preparing and resolving conflicts of interests, supporting internal audit and compliance testing, and undertaking risk analysis of policies and the risk framework of the Firm. Ket duties will include; - Responsible for the initial triage and analysis of conflicts. - Preparation and management of and auditing the compliance with Ethical Dividers. - Preparation and management of Informed Consent requests. - Conducting appropriate audits to ensure adherence to risk controls and standards. - Undertaking and participating in periodic compliance reviews and reporting. - Investigating and report compliance breaches. - Maintain documentation of compliance activities. - Serve as liaison to clients, and client representatives regarding documentation, compliance and ongoing review of information and processes. - Communicate audit and review results to appropriate parties, ensure that issues are addressed and any corrective actions are implemented. - Other compliance duties, advisory and administrative duties as required. **About Gadens** Gadens is a leading, independent Australian law firm, with a clear vision and strategy for the future. We help people achieve their purpose in a complex world, by leading by example, inspiring others, innovating and building something we are all proud of. At Gadens, we: - develop and inspire our people - do the right thing and make an impact - work with quality clients in our chosen markets - solve problems with people and technology working seamlessly together - are a widely recognised and respected brand. **What we offer** We offer: - Progressive and market-leading Parental Leave support including: - 30 weeks' Paid Parental Leave - Superannuation contributions while on Parental Leave, for up to 52 weeks (based on 5 days/week, regardless of your working days) - An external coach to support our people through the various stages of the parental leave journey (Launch, Leave and Landing) - A supported and staggered return - Budget relief for fee earners upon landing/return - Support and paid leave for Surrogacy and IVF treatment - a friendly, down-to-earth, and supportive team environment - ongoing professional development opportunities - truly flexible work practices - health and wellbeing initiatives - and much more At Gadens, we engage with all of our people to create a work environment that encourages and promotes inclusion and diversity, while instilling pride in the firm and our values of excellence, collaboration, stewardship, positivity, responsibility and integrity. Our values and culture assist us in creating a cohesive environment in which we are committed equally to professionalism and personal fulfilment. We strive to create a culture where the principles of sustainability and corporate social responsibility are embraced and lived by our people every day. This includes respecting and connecting with First Nations people, and providing access to justice to those in need through our pro bono practice. This is what makes Gadens a great place to work.