Head of Compliance

Connells Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance-focused law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee the compliance framework. The role involves managing compliance risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in conveyancing, strong leadership, and proven regulatory compliance experience. Flexible working options are available, alongside generous benefits including 34 days of annual leave.

Benefits

34 days annual leave including Bank Holidays

Enrolment in the Company Pension Scheme after 3 months

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of conveyancing experience, at least 5 years PQE.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, risk management.
• Strong analytical, organisational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the compliance team with a culture of accountability.
• Provide compliance advice across the business.
• Conduct audits and recommend improvements to compliance practices.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

AML oversight

Analytical skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Education

Qualified lawyer (CLC, SRA, or CILEx)

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Role Overview

You will be responsible for leading Conveyancing Direct Property Lawyers compliance framework, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and embedding ethical business practices across all operations. The role involves managing compliance risk, supporting senior management in decision-making, and developing a proactive culture of accountability and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and support the compliance team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Provide clear, practical, and commercially aware compliance advice across the business.
• Maintain and enhance compliance policies, frameworks, and risk assessments, ensuring timely implementation of regulatory changes.
• Conduct audits, monitor outcomes, and recommend improvements to strengthen compliance practices.
• Oversee Legal Ombudsman complaints and Professional Indemnity claims, ensuring effective investigation, reporting, and resolution.
• Act as Deputy MLRO and DPO, supporting AML compliance, GDPR obligations, and liaison with Connells Group.
• Collaborate with the CLC, Connells Group, and key partners to support governance and new initiatives.
• Demonstrate measurable impact through improved compliance outcomes and contribution to strategic initiatives.

Skills and experience required

• Qualified lawyer (CLC, SRA, or CILEx) preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of conveyancing experience, with at least 5 years PQE.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, risk management, and AML oversight.
• Excellent analytical, organisational, and leadership skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Benefits

• Full-time preferred; flexibility may be considered.
• 34 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and your birthday.
• Enrolment in the Company Pension Scheme after 3 months.

Conveyancing Direct is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.