Law Firm File Review Executive

Lex Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK Law Firm is seeking a risk and compliance specialist to manage legal files according to regulatory requirements. In this role, you will plan and conduct risk-based file reviews, report non-compliance issues, and recommend corrective actions. You will also support audits and training while building relationships across departments. This position offers a hybrid work model with three days in the office, providing an excellent opportunity to shape compliance standards in the firm.

Qualifications

• Experience in risk and compliance roles, with a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to manage legal files and compliance standards.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct risk-based file reviews.
• Identify and report non-compliance issues.
• Recommend corrective actions to improve compliance.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Job description

Newly Created Role. Real Impact. Visualise It. Shape It.

Reporting directly to the Head of Risk and Compliance

Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office.

UK Law Firm (450 employees all in one office)

An opportunity for a risk and compliance specialist, an experienced PA or a legal professional to own something, and you really will own it!

Overview of the role:

Ensuring legal files are managed in line with firmwide policies, regulatory requirements, and best practice. Working closely with the Head of Compliance, fee earners, and senior stakeholders. Supporting the firm by identifying non‑compliance, recommending corrective actions, and improving processes.

Main Responsibilities:

• Plan and conduct risk‑based file reviews across the firm.
• Identify areas of non‑compliance and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Recommend corrective actions and process improvements to strengthen compliance.
• Support audits, reporting, training, and policy reviews within the Risk & Compliance team.
• Maintain accurate records of reviews, actions, and outcomes.
• Build effective working relationships across departments to ensure adherence to compliance standards.