Managing Director, Risk Management & Compliance

Managing Director, Risk Management & Compliance

Hybrid | Minimum 3 Days Onsite

Location : New York, NY

Compensation : $318,000 - $425,000 (commensurate with experience)

About the Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is partnered with a prestigious Am Law 50 firm to identify a Managing Director of Risk Management & Compliance  a senior executive role responsible for strengthening, modernizing, and overseeing the firm's global risk posture.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned risk and compliance leader to shape the governance framework of one of the legal industry's most respected platforms. The Managing Director will serve as a trusted advisor to the General Counsel, collaborate with the Chief Information Security Officer, and work across practice groups and business services teams to safeguard the firm's operational integrity, regulatory compliance, and information governance standards.

This position calls for an executive who can think strategically, lead decisively, and translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, business-aligned solutions that support the firm's growth.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Design, implement, and continuously improve the firm's enterprise-wide risk management and compliance framework.

Conduct comprehensive evaluations of existing governance processes and recommend enhancements aligned with best practices and client-driven expectations.

Advise senior partners, administrative leaders, and business services professionals on compliance obligations, emerging risks, and firmwide governance strategy.

Information Governance & Data Risk Oversight

Oversee information governance programs, including data classification, retention, archiving, and secure client-file management.

Partner with the CISO to evaluate technology-related risks, ensure adherence to security standards, and support the integration of new platforms and tools.

Lead risk assessments, third-party reviews, regulatory responses, and audit-related inquiries.

Regulatory & Operational Compliance

Monitor evolving regulations, industry mandates, and client contractual requirements; implement proactive compliance measures across the firm.

Draft, refine, and maintain internal policies, protocols, and guidance documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with legal and ethical expectations.

Direct responses to subpoenas, regulatory requests, audit letters, and FINRA and other agency inquiries.

Attorney Transitions & Lifecycle Management

Manage risk considerations associated with attorney onboarding and offboarding, including client file transfers, licensing compliance, conflicts, and information governance protocols.

Ensure seamless execution of transition workflows that minimize risk and maintain client and regulatory standards.

Insurance, Risk Assessment & Mitigation

Coordinate firmwide insurance applications, renewal processes, and risk assessments.

Identify operational, reputational, and regulatory risks, recommending solutions that support the firm's business objectives while ensuring compliance.

Serve as a senior escalation point for risk events, developing mitigation strategies and action plans.

Required Experience & Qualifications

To be considered, candidates must demonstrate :

Core Requirements

15+ years of progressive experience overseeing compliance, risk management, or information governance functions.

Current or recent experience within an Am Law 100 firm strongly preferred ; candidates without this background must have experience within a global, highly complex law firm environment.

Deep expertise in compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements, governance models, and law firm operations.

Proven leadership experience managing complex risk programs and cross-functional teams at scale.

Technical & Specialized Expertise

Significant experience with information governance , including data retention, classification, and secure file protocols.

Background in electronic discovery, litigation support, or document review workflows is a highly valuable plus.

Demonstrated ability to identify risk patterns, synthesize complex technical or regulatory requirements, and propose actionable solutions.

Leadership & Communication

Executive presence with the ability to communicate effectively with partners, attorneys, and senior business leaders.

Strong judgment and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with confidentiality, diplomacy, and decisiveness.

A strategic mindset paired with the ability to implement practical, scalable, firmwide processes.

Why This Role Is Exceptional

This Managing Director position offers the unique opportunity to :

Influence decision-making at the highest levels of a globally recognized law firm

Lead transformational change in risk, governance, and compliance capabilities

Collaborate with top legal, security, and operational experts across the organization

Shape the policies and systems that safeguard the firm's reputation, clients, and operational integrity

For a senior leader who thrives in complex environments and is motivated by strategic impact, this is a career-defining position.

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