Legal Compliance Manager

Venn Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal compliance firm in Leicestershire is seeking a proactive Legal Compliance Manager. You'll oversee regulatory compliance, manage the handling of client complaints, and ensure adherence to SRA Standards, AML, and GDPR. Exceptional attention to detail and experience in the UK legal sector are required. Passionate candidates interested in a culture of integrity are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven compliance experience in the UK legal sector.
• Strong understanding of SRA Standards, AML, GDPR, and related regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain firm-wide compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor compliance with SRA Standards, AML, GDPR, and financial crime prevention laws.
• Lead investigation and resolution of client complaints.
• Manage processes relating to professional negligence claims.
• Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews.
• Deliver training and guidance on compliance to staff.
• Maintain compliance registers and support risk mitigation strategies.
• Work collaboratively with the Operations Board and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Proven compliance experience in the UK legal sector

Strong understanding of SRA Standards

Strong understanding of AML

Strong understanding of GDPR

Exceptional attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Confident communicator

Job description

Overview

Legal Compliance Manager — Location: Leicestershire; Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience.

Are you a proactive Compliance Manager looking to oversee and manage all aspects of regulatory compliance.

About the Role

As Compliance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the firm meets its obligations under the SRA Standards and Regulations, anti-money laundering (AML) legislation, data protection (GDPR), and other relevant frameworks. You will also lead the handling and resolution of client complaints, supporting a culture of compliance and risk awareness firm-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain firm-wide compliance policies and procedures
• Monitor compliance with SRA Standards, AML, GDPR, and financial crime prevention laws
• Lead investigation and resolution of client complaints in line with requirements
• Manage processes relating to professional negligence claims and liaise with insurers
• Conduct internal audits and compliance reviews
• Deliver training and guidance on compliance to staff at all levels
• Maintain compliance registers and support risk mitigation strategies
• Work collaboratively with the Operations Board and regulatory bodies
• Assist with professional indemnity insurance renewals and risk assessments

What We’re Looking For

• Proven compliance experience in the UK legal sector
• Strong understanding of SRA Standards, AML, GDPR, and related regulations
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Confident communicator able to engage across all levels of the firm

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about compliance and want to contribute to a firm that values integrity and professionalism, we’d love to hear from you.

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