Compliance Officer - Law Firm

QED Legal LLP; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is looking for a Compliance Officer to shape compliance culture. This role offers flexibility, allowing both part-time and full-time options. You'll ensure best practices and handle compliance procedures, supporting SRA and AML regulations. Strong compliance expertise, organizational skills, and a proactive attitude are essential for this role, offering a great opportunity for growth within the firm.

Benefits

Flexible working options

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Private Medical insurance

Learning & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance specifically in a law firm.
• Open to a fee earner looking to make a move.
• Strong knowledge of AML & SRA Codes of Conduct.
• Highly organised, proactive, and deadline-driven.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating compliance procedures, processes, and controls.
• Supporting firm-wide compliance with SRA standards, AML legislation, GDPR.
• Conducting compliance checks, audits, and risk assessments.
• Drafting and updating template letters, training programmes, and policies.
• Escalating issues and breaches appropriately.
• Playing a key role in accreditation processes like Lexcel, SRA audits.
• Providing clear, supportive compliance guidance to lawyers.

Skills

Compliance expertise

AML knowledge

SRA standards understanding

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Compliance Officer - Law Firm

Hybrid | Exeter or Torquay (Travel to other offices)
Full Time or Part Time considered

We're looking for an experienced compliance professional looking to take on a key role in shaping compliance culture within a growing regional law firm.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Compliance Officer / Legal Risk & Compliance Specialist to join a supportive team, where you’ll play a vital part in ensuring best practice across the business and have the scope to grow into a wider leadership role.

They're looking for a true generalist to cover every aspect of compliance.

The Role?

• Developing and updating compliance procedures, processes, and controls
• Supporting firm‑wide compliance with SRA standards, AML legislation, GDPR and risk reviews
• Conducting compliance checks, audits, and risk assessments
• Drafting and updating template letters, training programmes and policies
• Escalating issues and breaches appropriately, with practical recommendations
• Playing a key role in accreditation processes such as Lexcel, SRA and CQS audits
• Monitoring supervisory meetings, file reviews, and mentoring supervisors
• Providing clear, supportive compliance guidance to lawyers and leadership

About you?

• Experience in Compliance specifically in a law firm
• Open to a fee earner looking to make a move
• Strong knowledge of AML & SRA Codes of Conduct
• Excellent communication
• Highly organised, proactive and deadline-driven

What's in it for you?

• Flexible working options (Part time and Full time)
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Private Medical insurance
• Learning & Development opportunities
• + more firm wide benefits

Interested?

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