Assistant General Counsel, Legal & Risk

Overview

FTI Consulting is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms to deliver impact that makes a difference across disputes, crises, risk management and performance optimization. You’ll work side by side with leaders who have shaped history, solving the biggest challenges making headlines today, in an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition and professional development.

About The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior commercial lawyer to help build the business within the exciting and dynamic environment at FTI Consulting. The EMEA Legal, Risk & Compliance Team handles a challenging and varied workload covering all legal issues arising from the operation of a professional services business. The role supports the Business strategy by delivering pragmatic, adaptable and solution-based legal advice to all levels within the business in EMEA. The Europe, Middle East and Africa region comprises 31 offices in 17 countries: Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Portugal, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom.

What You’ll Do

• Negotiate, draft and advise on a wide range of commercial contracts, including multi-jurisdictional projects.
• Advise EMEA senior management, client-facing professionals and the Legal, Risk & Compliance team on corporate and commercial law matters.
• Collaborate with the Legal, Risk & Compliance Team to develop a best-in-class function that partners with the business to drive profitability, growth and success.
• Manage external legal counsel across EMEA to ensure quality and value of legal services.
• Maintain and adapt standard templates in line with company policies and local law.
• Provide support on litigation, disputes, transactions (including M&A) and business development activities as needed.
• Identify, develop and implement forms and processes to improve efficiency in handling internal legal matters.
• Analyze current and emerging legal and risk issues and communicate mitigation activities to appropriate business levels.
• Develop expertise in FTI’s practice areas and build relationships with client-facing professionals.
• Engage across functions, support other areas, and manage relationships at a senior level.
• Support the Employment legal team on employment law issues and manage employee matters from a legal perspective.
• Support the Legal, Risk & Compliance Team in maintaining the EMEA corporate entity structure and work with the DPO on Data Protection matters.
• Mentor and train junior lawyers in the team.

How You’ll Grow

FTI Consulting is committed to professional development with programs focused on leadership, growth and development. We offer on-the-job learning and self-guided courses and certifications, a dedicated coach for regular guidance, and tailored programs to prepare you for the next role as you progress in your career at FTI Consulting.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• A high-performing individual who thrives in a challenging and sometimes unpredictable environment.
• Proven ability to partner with executive-level leaders and establish credibility, respect and trust at all levels.
• Strong teamwork, excellent organisational and communication skills, high energy, a desire to learn and a commitment to high ethical standards.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, be solutions-based, take ownership of issues and provide substantiated arguments and reasoning.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, meet deadlines and deliver high-quality client service.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve complex legal issues in commercial and compliant yet creative, cost-effective ways with urgency.
• Effective communication for senior stakeholders, translating complex legal concepts into practical guidance.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and influence decision-making.

Basic Qualifications Qualified solicitor with at least 8 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial law, leading on complex contracts and advising on a broad range of matters. Strong grounding in corporate and commercial law and experience in both private practice and in-house settings.

Preferred Qualifications Experience in the professional services sector and/or a US multinational organization is advantageous. Working knowledge of employment law and coordination with HR or external counsel is beneficial. Exposure to litigation or dispute management is a plus. Additional European language skills are an advantage.

EOE and About FTI

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation. Learn more about our work and impact at www.fticonsulting.com/careers.