Compliance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Belfast is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee client onboarding and manage a team of Risk & Compliance Analysts. This role involves advising on regulatory issues, implementing firmwide risk policies, and ensuring compliance with UK money laundering regulations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in risk and compliance within the legal sector, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to risk management. Join a progressive team that values collaboration and professional development in this impactful role.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in risk and compliance within a legal environment.
• Strong understanding of UK money laundering regulations and SRA Codes of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the client and matter onboarding process.
• Handle first-line conflict checks, sanctions screening, and PEP assessments.

Skills

Risk Management

Compliance Analysis

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Law or related field

Job description

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We are working with a leading law firm to hire a Compliance Manager in Belfast. In this role, you’ll take ownership of the client and matter onboarding process while overseeing a team of Risk & Compliance Analysts. You’ll act as a key advisor on regulatory issues and contribute to the development and implementation of firmwide risk policies.

The firm is seeking someone with significant experience in risk and compliance within a legal environment, ideally with at least five years of relevant expertise. A strong understanding of UK money laundering regulations and the SRA Codes of Conduct is essential.

The responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing the client and matter onboarding process
• Line management of Risk & Compliance Analysts
• Handling first-line conflict checks, sanctions screening, and PEP assessments
• Advising on CDD/EDD matters and other regulatory queries
• Delivering training on onboarding and regulatory compliance
• Reviewing and analysing conflicts of interest
• Supporting the implementation of risk controls and information barriers
• Responding to client compliance questionnaires and data requests

They are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to risk management.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive team at a firm that values development, collaboration and forward-thinking. If you’re ready to take on a broad and impactful role, we’d love to hear from you.

If you’re interested in finding out more about this opportunity, apply now. We look forward to hearing from you.

Please submit your CV for consideration. Thank you.

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