Compliance Team Lead

Taylor Root; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Compliance Team Lead to join their risk and compliance function. This managerial position involves overseeing daily compliance tasks, guiding junior members, and addressing complex issues such as AML/CDD and data protection. Candidates should possess significant experience in law firm compliance and demonstrate strong communication and organisational abilities. Training will be provided, and the role offers flexibility with various office locations including Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in law firm compliance.
• Solid understanding of SRA regulations and AML requirements.
• Proven communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee routine risk and compliance queries.
• Supervise junior team members.
• Act as a trusted advisor on complex compliance issues.

Skills

Compliance expertise

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

AML knowledge

SRA regulations understanding

Job description

Role Overview

A leading UK law firm is searching for a Compliance Team lead to join their risk and compliance function. This role sits within the risk and compliance team and offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to step into a managerial position. You will oversee routine risk and compliance queries, supervise junior team members, and act as a trusted advisor on complex issues such as conflicts, AML/CDD, SRA compliance, and data protection. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in law firm compliance, a solid understanding of SRA regulations, AML requirements, and GDPR, as well as proven communication and organisational skills. Previous supervisory experience is desirable, though training will be provided. This role can be based in various offices around the UK, including Birmingham, Exeter, Leeds, Manchester and Winchester.