Group Compliance Manager | Legal Services

Tsr Legal; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Nine-day fortnight option

Birthday day off

Healthcare cash plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

TSR Legal is seeking a Group Compliance Manager to lead regulatory, risk and governance across its growing legal services group. You will own compliance, data protection and MLRO duties, coordinating across multiple entities and reporting to senior leadership.

You will oversee SRA compliance, AML procedures, GDPR adherence and lender panel requirements, while developing policies and delivering training to Directors and teams. Hybrid working is available.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations, AML legislation, GDPR/UK GDPR and CQS requirements.
• Experience in a legal compliance, MLRO, risk or regulatory role, preferably in an SRA-regulated firm or FCA-regulated organisation.
• Experience liaising with insurance brokers and managing renewals.
• Ability to interpret regulatory changes and implement practical procedures.
• Experience developing risk management frameworks and compliance processes.
• Excellent communication, with ability to train and advise across levels.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory compliance oversight across the group including SRA standards.
• AML procedures, risk assessments and MLRO duties.
• File reviews, QA and continuous improvement of standards.
• GDPR/UK GDPR compliance and information governance.
• Manage Companies House obligations and internal governance.
• Lender panel compliance and accreditation management.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures and controls.
• Provide training and guidance to Directors and senior teams.
• Oversee insurance renewals and liaise with brokers.
• Oversee complaints handling and reporting mechanisms.
• Monitor regulatory developments and implement changes.

Skills

SRA Standards

AML & Risk

Data Protection

Corporate Governance

Lender Panel

Policies & Procedures

Training & Advice

Job description

Group Compliance Manager | Legal Services

Location: Flexible / Hybrid Working
Salary: Up to circa £70,000 DOE
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a growing group of established legal businesses who are looking to recruit an experienced Group Compliance Manager to oversee and lead their regulatory, risk and compliance functions.

This is a key senior appointment, offering the opportunity to take ownership of compliance across multiple legal entities, working closely with Managing Directors, senior leadership teams and operational departments.

The successful candidate will act as the central point of expertise for all regulatory and compliance matters, ensuring the businesses maintain the highest standards of regulatory practice, risk management and corporate governance.

The Role

As Group Compliance Manager, you will lead and oversee all aspects of regulatory compliance, risk, data protection and governance across the group.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Regulatory Compliance: Overseeing compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations, maintaining regulatory records and acting as a key point of contact for the SRA.


• AML & Risk Management: Managing anti-money laundering procedures, risk assessments and MLRO responsibilities.


• File Reviews & Quality Assurance: Conducting file reviews, monitoring compliance standards and identifying areas for improvement.


• Data Protection: Overseeing GDPR and UK GDPR compliance, information governance and data protection procedures.


• Corporate Governance: Managing Companies House obligations, corporate records and internal governance frameworks.


• Lender Panel Management: Ensuring ongoing compliance with lender panel requirements and relevant accreditation standards.


• Policies & Procedures: Developing, reviewing and implementing compliance policies, procedures and internal controls.


• Training & Advice: Providing guidance, training and support to Directors, senior management and operational teams.


• Insurance & Risk Transfer: Managing insurance renewals and liaising with brokers regarding Professional Indemnity, Public and Employer Liability, Office and Cyber policies.


• Complaints Management: Overseeing complaint handling and resolution, ensuring appropriate processes and reporting mechanisms are in place.


• Continuous Improvement: Monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring changes are effectively implemented across the business.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations, AML legislation, GDPR/UK GDPR and CQS requirements.


• Previous experience in a legal compliance, MLRO, risk or regulatory position. Experience within an SRA-regulated law firm or wider FCA-regulated organisation will be considered.


• Experience liaising with insurance brokers and managing commercial insurance renewals.


• The ability to interpret regulatory changes and translate them into practical operational procedures.


• Experience developing and implementing effective risk management frameworks and compliance processes.


• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to advise, influence and train colleagues at all levels.


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.


• High levels of accuracy, attention to detail and analytical ability.


• Experience working within a multi-office or multi-entity organisation would be advantageous.


• Familiarity with lender panels, ID verification platforms such as Experian, Creditsafe and Companies House systems would be beneficial.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is:

• Proactive, solutions-focused and confident working autonomously.


• Calm and considered when dealing with sensitive or urgent compliance matters.


• Approachable, collaborative and able to build relationships across different teams.


• Commercially aware, with a practical and proportionate approach to risk.


• Passionate about continuous improvement and maintaining high professional standards.

What’s on Offer?

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary of £50,000-£70,000, depending on experience, alongside an excellent benefits package, including:

• Hybrid working following successful completion of probation.


• Flexible working options, including a nine-day fortnight or half-day Fridays.


• 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.


• An additional day off for your birthday.


• Additional annual leave for long service, including a one-month fully paid sabbatical.


• Flexible holiday scheme.


• Life assurance.


• Healthcare cash plan.


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.


• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing initiatives.


• Two paid charity volunteering days per year.


• Study support programme.


• Discretionary annual bonus.


• Monthly employee recognition awards.


• Discounted gym membership.


• Cycle to work and car leasing schemes.


• Discounted shopping and restaurant schemes.


• Free monthly breakfasts and lunches.


• Regular team-building and social events.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to take on a pivotal role within an ambitious and expanding legal group.

You will have the autonomy to shape and develop compliance processes, influence senior stakeholders and make a real impact on the ongoing success and growth of the businesses.