Compliance Attorney

Compliance Attorney – Conflicts & Professional Responsibility Location: Tampa, FL Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite Employment Type: Full-Time This position offers a unique opportunity for a Florida-barred attorney to transition into, or further develop a career within, law firm risk management, professional ethics, and regulatory compliance. Working closely with senior legal and compliance leadership, the successful candidate will play a critical role in managing conflicts of interest, overseeing lateral attorney onboarding, implementing ethical screening protocols, and advising on professional responsibility matters across a sophisticated international platform. Key Responsibilities Conflicts of Interest & Lateral Attorney Onboarding Manage and evaluate potential conflicts of interest arising from lateral partner and associate recruitment. Conduct conflicts analysis, assess professional responsibility considerations, and recommend appropriate resolution strategies. Collaborate with partners, recruiting teams, and legal leadership to facilitate compliant attorney onboarding. Draft, review, and negotiate conflict waiver letters and related documentation. Review litigation docket reports and other relevant information to identify potential conflicts associated with lateral hires. Monitor developments in professional responsibility rules, including jurisdiction-specific requirements concerning lateral conflicts and remote work. Professional Responsibility & Ethical Compliance Implement, maintain, and monitor ethical screens and information barriers. Evaluate potential ethical issues involving client representations, lateral hires, and confidential information. Support the development and enforcement of policies governing restricted securities, insider lists, and ethical screening. Review client engagement agreements, outside counsel guidelines, and related contractual obligations. Research regulatory and professional conduct requirements across domestic and international jurisdictions. Global Risk Management & Process Improvement Partner with legal, compliance, recruiting, and business services professionals across multiple offices. Develop and improve internal conflicts procedures, reporting frameworks, and compliance workflows. Collaborate with analysts and technology teams to improve conflicts searches, workflow automation, and data accuracy. Assist with compliance training, policy implementation, and operational initiatives. Prepare reports and communicate findings and recommendations to senior leadership. Qualifications Required Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar. Minimum of 2 years of legal experience, preferably within a law firm conflicts department, Office of General Counsel, risk management function, or comparable legal environment. Experience with lateral attorney onboarding, conflicts analysis, or conflicts resolution. Strong understanding of the ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct and applicable conflicts-of-interest principles. Excellent legal research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr