Risk & Compliance Specialist

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE is collaborating with a leading international law firm to recruit a Risk & Compliance Specialist in London. This pivotal role involves overseeing compliance functions, providing practical advice, and supporting daily operations while ensuring all regulatory requirements are met. Candidates should have at least five years of experience in a similar role within a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• At least five years’ experience in risk and compliance role in regulated law firms.
• Strong knowledge of SRA regulations and AML compliance, especially KYC/CDD.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily risk and compliance processes, including client onboarding.
• Assisting in reviewing and enhancing the firm’s risk and compliance framework.
• Advising colleagues on compliance matters.

Skills

Risk and Compliance Management

Regulatory Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Problem Solving

Communication

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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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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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