Risk & Compliance Specialist

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London is seeking a Risk & Compliance Specialist. This role involves managing compliance processes, advising on regulatory matters, and collaborating with legal advisors. Applicants should have a minimum of five years' experience in a similar environment and strong knowledge of relevant compliance regulations. Join this dynamic team to make a significant impact on the firm's operations.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in a risk and compliance role within a regulated law firm environment.
• Strong knowledge of SRA regulations and AML compliance, particularly KYC/CDD, conflicts, and sanctions.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily compliance activities, including client and matter due diligence.
• Managing daily risk and compliance processes, including client onboarding.
• Advising colleagues on compliance matters aligned with regulatory and policy requirements.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Attention to Detail

Organizational Capability

Job description

This range is provided by AJ FOX COMPLIANCE. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

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I help law firm Risk & Compliance professionals to further their careers!

We are working with a leading international law firm to recruit a Risk & Compliance Specialist based in London. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in supporting the firm’s risk and compliance function, working closely with senior management to ensure all regulatory requirements are met while enabling smooth business operations. You will oversee daily compliance activities, including client and matter due diligence, supplier onboarding, and assist with investigations, insurance claims, and client complaints resolution. Providing practical risk and compliance advice to internal teams and liaising with legal advisors will also form a key part of your responsibilities.

Our client is seeking a candidate with at least five years’ experience in a risk and compliance role within a regulated law firm environment. Strong knowledge of SRA regulations and AML compliance, particularly around KYC/CDD, conflicts, and sanctions, is essential.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing daily risk and compliance processes, including client onboarding and supplier engagement
• Escalating complex issues appropriately
• Advising colleagues on compliance matters aligned with regulatory and policy requirements
• Assisting in reviewing and enhancing the firm’s risk and compliance framework
• Supporting policy development and delivering compliance training to staff
• Monitoring regulatory developments and communicating their impact to the business
• Collaborating with other departments to manage investigations and resolve compliance issues
• Leading and contributing to risk and compliance projects with clear planning and stakeholder updates
• Providing cover and support across the risk and compliance team as needed

The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, a confident and composed approach to stakeholder management, and a strong focus on delivering effective solutions. Attention to detail, organisational capability, and a collaborative mindset are also key attributes. Experience with compliance databases and training junior team members is advantageous.

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a dynamic, internationally recognised law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now to explore this exciting opportunity.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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