Risk & Compliance Manager - Law Firm

QED Legal; Southampton, Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national law firm in Hampshire is seeking a Risk & Compliance Manager to lead compliance efforts and partner with senior leadership. You will oversee SRA regulations, AML, and GDPR compliance, conducting audits and providing training. This hybrid role offers opportunities for career progression, healthcare cover, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Direct exposure to senior leadership

Career progression opportunities

Healthcare cover

Up to 25 days annual leave

Supportive and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a risk and compliance role within a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of SRA regulations, AML, and data protection.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, detail-focused and collaborative in approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance with SRA regulations, AML, and GDPR.
• Develop, implement, and monitor risk & compliance policies.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Deliver training on risk & compliance issues.
• Support client due diligence and onboarding.

Skills

Risk and compliance management

Knowledge of SRA regulations

AML compliance

Data protection knowledge

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Collaborative approach

Job description

Overview

Risk & Compliance Manager - Law Firm
Hybrid – Hampshire, with travel between offices

Are you an experienced risk and compliance professional looking to make a real impact in a growing national law firm?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a lead role where you’ll partner with senior leadership to shape and embed the firm’s compliance culture.

Reporting directly to the Risk & Compliance Partner, you’ll act as a trusted adviser across the firm, ensuring compliance with all regulatory obligations while supporting a culture of ethical and effective practice.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading on compliance with SRA regulations, AML, GDPR and wider regulatory requirements
• Developing, implementing, and monitoring risk & compliance policies and frameworks
• Conducting audits, risk assessments and compliance reviews, with actionable improvements
• Delivering training and practical guidance to lawyers and staff on risk & compliance issues
• Supporting on client due diligence, onboarding and AML checks
• Partnering with leadership to drive a firm-wide culture of compliance

About You

Previous experience in a risk and compliance role within a law firm

Strong knowledge of SRA regulations, AML, and data protection

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and problem-solving skills

Proactive, detail-focused and collaborativein approach

What’s in it for you?

• Hybrid working (Winchester / Chandler’s Ford + flexibility)
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic projects
• Genuine opportunities for career progression & professional development
• Healthcare cover and up to 25 days annual leave
• Supportive, inclusive culture where your impact will be recognised

Interested in taking the next step in your career?

Know someone who could be great?

Apply now, or get in touch for a confidential conversation.