Risk Compliance Manager

JR United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm seeks a Risk & Compliance Manager for their team in Peterborough. The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor experienced in regulatory compliance within the legal field, committed to ensuring adherence to compliance standards. Key responsibilities include guiding the MLRO, overseeing client onboarding, and mentoring junior lawyers in compliance matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in regulatory compliance.
• Experience working with regulators and professional bodies.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and deputies.
• Support MLRO in maintaining and updating AML frameworks.
• Investigate potential non-compliance issues.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Data protection

GDPR compliance

Job description

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Risk Compliance Manager, Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: UNCOVER

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

A leading UK law firm is looking for a Risk & Compliance Manager to join their Peterborough team.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified solicitor with a background in regulatory compliance within the legal environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and deputies.
• Support the MLRO in maintaining and updating AML frameworks.
• Review the LSAG action plan and the firm’s AML Risk Assessment regularly.
• Support the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) to ensure adherence to SRA regulations and statutory obligations.
• Investigate potential non-compliance issues and assess their impact.
• Draft, review, and maintain compliance and risk management policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with SRA price transparency requirements.
• Oversee client onboarding to ensure due diligence compliance.
• Provide guidance on data protection and GDPR compliance.
• Coordinate with the COFA and Finance team regarding Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Communicate key risk areas to the Finance Director and suggest mitigation actions.
• Coordinate regulatory submissions and policy reviews.
• Guide fee earners in completing client and matter risk assessments per LSAG guidelines.
• Mentor junior lawyers in compliance matters.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in regulatory compliance
• Experience working with regulators and professional bodies
• Ability to promote compliance firm-wide

If you are an experienced compliance professional passionate about risk management and regulatory standards, apply now or contact us at [emailprotected]