Risk Manager

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable regional law firm is seeking a Risk Manager in Hull to ensure compliance and manage risks. This role involves advising on regulatory standards, assisting with accreditations, and maintaining risk registers while fostering a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of legal practice standards.
• Prior experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring compliance with SRA standards.
• Advising on regulatory standards and obligations.
• Managing complaints and communicating with authorities.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

We are working with a reputable regional law firm to find a Risk Manager for their team in Hull. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in ensuring regulatory compliance, managing risk, and supporting the firm’s continued commitment to excellence.

The firm is looking for an experienced risk and compliance professional with a strong understanding of legal practice standards and prior experience in a similar role. You’ll need a proactive approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the confidence to advise on complex regulatory matters.

The responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring compliance with SRA standards

• Advising on regulatory standards and obligations, including conflicts and data protection

• Assisting the COLP in communications with the SRA and other external bodies

• Managing complaints, claims, and liaising with relevant authorities

• Handling Lexcel accreditation renewals and supporting documentation

• Maintaining and updating the firm’s risk registers

• Delivering training as required

• Reviewing engagement letters and terms of business

• Collaborating closely with the senior management

They are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to build effective relationships across the firm. If you’re ready to join a collaborative team and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today to discuss this exciting opportunity.

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