Senior COLP & Compliance Leader - Hybrid, Impactful Risk

Yorkshire Pie Company; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

A well-established Sheffield law firm is seeking an experienced compliance professional to join its senior leadership team as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP).

You will lead regulatory compliance, risk and governance, advise the Board on SRA requirements, manage breaches, develop policies, and deliver practical training across the firm. Hybrid working available and direct access to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
• Experience in law firm compliance, risk or governance.
• Ability to lead COLP appointment and advise on regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as COLP and maintain an effective regulatory compliance framework.
• Advise the Board on SRA requirements and regulatory developments.
• Identify, report and manage regulatory breaches and risk areas.
• Review and develop policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Oversee complaints, claims and wider risk management matters.
• Deliver practical compliance training across the business.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to promote a compliant culture.

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

A well-established Sheffield law firm is seeking an experienced compliance professional to join its senior leadership team as Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP).

You will lead regulatory compliance, risk and governance, advise the Board on SRA requirements, manage breaches, develop policies, and deliver practical training across the firm. Hybrid working available and direct access to senior stakeholders.