Head of Compliance

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; England; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent legal consultancy is seeking a senior compliance leader to develop and implement a best-in-class compliance roadmap. This hybrid role requires expertise in AML, anti-bribery, and data protection. The successful candidate will manage a team and provide strategic oversight across the organization. Ideal for those with strong leadership skills and a passion for compliance culture.

Qualifications

• Experienced compliance leader (legal qualification not essential).
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams.
• Skilled in strategic oversight and change management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a compliance roadmap.
• Advise on AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and data protection.
• Act as Group Money Laundering Officer and Data Protection Manager.
• Deliver training and build compliance culture.
• Lead internal reviews, audits, and reporting.
• Manage and develop a team of compliance professionals.

Skills

Compliance leadership

Team management

Strategic oversight

Change management

Knowledge of AML

Knowledge of anti-bribery

Knowledge of data privacy

Knowledge of ESG

Job description

Location: Flexible UK base with hybrid working

Contract: Permanent, Full-time

About the Role

Reporting into the Group Head of Legal, this role will suit a senior lawyer or risk and compliance practitioner who thrives in a fast-paced commercial environment. You’ll enjoy the balance of operational responsibility and strategic influence, bringing fresh ideas and innovative approaches to embedding compliance across the business.

What You’ll Do

• ✔ Develop and implement a “best in class” compliance roadmap
• ✔ Advise on AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, data protection, marketing regulations, competition law, and ESG
• ✔ Act as Group Money Laundering Officer and Data Protection Manager
• ✔ Deliver training and build compliance culture across all levels
• ✔ Lead internal reviews, audits, and reporting to Executive and Board Committees
• ✔ Manage and develop a team of six compliance professionals

About You

• Experienced compliance leader (legal qualification not essential)
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams
• Skilled in strategic oversight and change management
• Sector background flexible
• Strong knowledge of AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, data privacy, ESG

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