Compliance and Risk Manager

Jameson Legal.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international law firm in London is seeking a Compliance and Risk Manager to join its team. This pivotal role involves providing expert advice on risk and compliance issues, managing related projects, and developing training programs. Candidates should have extensive experience in law firm compliance, excellent communication skills, and a strong analytical background. This position offers a competitive salary in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in risk and compliance within a law firm.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on compliance matters.
• Manage risk and compliance related projects.
• Produce and monitor risk and compliance data.
• Assist in policy development and training programs.
• Lead escalation of high-risk matters.

Skills

Risk and compliance expertise

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in law or compliance

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your career in risk and compliance? An International law firm is seeking a dynamic Compliance and Risk Manager to become an integral member of its growing team in London. Reporting directly to the Senior Compliance and Risk Lawyer, this role promises a stimulating environment where your expertise will be highly valued.

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers the chance to be at the forefront of risk and compliance within a prestigious law firm. As a Compliance and Risk Manager, you will be the escalation point for complex and high‑risk issues, ensuring that the firm adheres to the highest standards of professional ethics and regulatory compliance. Your role will be pivotal in shaping and maintaining a culture of compliance across the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert Advisory: Providing expert advice on complex risk and compliance matters, including professional standards, ethics, regulatory compliance, data protection, and conflict of interest.
• Project Management: Owning and managing various risk and compliance‑related projects, working closely with divisional and business leads.
• Data Analysis: Producing and monitoring risk and compliance data to identify strengths and weaknesses in current processes.
• Policy Development: Assisting in updating the firm’s precedent documents and creating concise, professional policies and training materials.
• Training and Development: Developing and delivering bespoke training programmes for different divisions, enhancing the firm’s overall compliance knowledge.
• Leadership: Leading the escalation of higher‑risk matters to the Risk Committee and coaching junior team members.

Essential Skills and Experience required

• Extensive experience in risk and compliance within a law firm.
• Advanced knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and codes of conduct.
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills, numeracy, and attention to detail.

Desirable Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a current Practising Certificate.
• Degree‑level education or equivalent, preferably in law or compliance.
• Experience in managerial or coaching roles.

What's in It for You?

Joining an International law firm means becoming part of a team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth. This role not only offers a competitive salary, but also the chance to work in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment. If you are passionate about risk and compliance and are looking to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Take the next step in your career and become a key player in this Compliance and Risk team. Apply now to make a difference.

For a confidential chat about this or other roles he is handling please contact Matt Pollard in the Jameson Legal London office.

Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed‑term contract and permanent recruitment.