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Banking Attorney / Litigation Attorney in Houston, TX

BP p.l.c. Apr 25,2017 Apr 11,2017 Location Houston TX
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In-House

Attorney

Finance - Banking

Litigation

Litigation - Whistleblower - CFTC

Min 5 yrs required

Profile

Senior Counsel, Regulatory Compliance The candidate will be part of the regulatory compliance team that manages the high-risk legal areas of anti-bribery and corruption (ABC), anti-money laundering (AML), and international trade regulation (ITR) for company businesses around the world. Although primarily focused on ABC and AML matters, will ensure that key stakeholders are aware of and managing all of these risks under US, UK, and other laws, provides hands-on leadership for investigations in these areas, and serves as a trusted advisor and advocate on a broader array of white collar and regulatory matters. Partner with businesspeople at all levels to offer pragmatic advice and solutions for managing ABC/AML/ITR risks, and to influence them to dedicate appropriate resources. Provide hands-on leadership and practical guidance for internal investigations regarding ABC/AML/ITR and related issues. Develop consistent and credible strategies to assess and manage ABC/AML/ITR risks, and work collaboratively across stakeholder networks in company to implement them. Continuously improve policies, procedures, tools, training, and other resources for managing ABC/AML/ITR risks. Provide practical advice on day-to-day ABC/AML/ITR compliance questions. Work with others to lead a 200+ member global compliance team of lawyers, ethics and compliance professionals, and businesspeople that manage ABC/AML risks throughout company, while building and enhancing individual and organizational capability and supporting a learning culture. Set a proactive, external-facing agenda to manage relationships with US regulators (e.g., DOJ, SEC) on ABC/AML and other white collar matters, ensuring company's interests are vigorously represented in key industry litigation or legal positions, rulemakings, and legislative activities. Manage regulatory enforcement investigations and proceedings, and disputes with governmental and private parties. Interpret and analyse current and proposed laws/regulations. Work closely with senior businesspeople as a trusted advisor, while maintaining professional independence and judgment. Occasionally advise on white collar and regulatory matters in other areas.

Qualification and Experience

The candidate should be licensed to practice law in the US. Must have substantial experience in ABC matters and compliance-related advice under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and UK Bribery Act. Shoud l have experience leading internal investigations and conducting/managing external investigations regarding ABC/AML matters. Experience interfacing with regulators and familiarity with the expectations and inner workings of regulatory agencies is critical. Experience managing judicial or administrative disputes with regulators and private parties is needed. Should have experience strategically assessing ABC/AML/ITR risks, advising on the continuous improvement of compliance programmes, and building related tools to do so. Should preferably have general experience with and knowledge of US AML laws. Ability to issue-spot under UK AML laws, including the UK Proceeds of Crime Act, is desired. Experience with ITR matters and compliance-related advice, including trade sanctions and export controls, under US law is an asset. A proven track record of triaging competing priorities and effectively managing internal and external resources is a plus. Some familiarity with E.U. ITR laws is preferred. Working knowledge of the energy industry is desired. Direct experience working as a lawyer focused on ABC/AML issues within a large corporate environment is an asset. Experience with other major regulatory compliance risks facing a UK company with a global footprint (e.g., competition laws, data privacy laws) is a plus.

Application Deadline: 28 April, 2017.

Additional info

Req. ID: 80364BR

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