Senior COLP & Legal Compliance Leader (Hybrid)

Cogito Talent; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-award winning law firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) to ensure compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations. This senior role requires a detail-oriented professional who can maintain regulatory frameworks, conduct audits, and report compliance status. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in a legal environment, strong analytical skills, and must be a registered lawyer of England and Wales. A commitment to ethical practice and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a COLP role or equivalent compliance leadership position in a legal environment.
• Experience in a top 500 or SME sized law firm.
• Familiarity with ISO frameworks and certification programs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations.
• Liaise with the SRA for notifications, audits, and investigations.
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement internal policies for regulatory compliance.
• Report on compliance status to the Managing Partner and Board.
• Promote a culture of compliance and ethics.

Skills

Knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations

Legal compliance or risk management experience

Strong analytical and communication skills

High integrity and professional judgment

Organisational skills and familiarity with compliance systems

Influencing senior levels

Developing risk and compliance strategies

Education

Registered lawyer of England and Wales or equivalent

Qualified ISO Internal Auditor

Job description

A multi-award winning law firm in the United Kingdom is looking for a Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) to ensure compliance with SRA Standards and Regulations. This senior role requires a detail-oriented professional who can maintain regulatory frameworks, conduct audits, and report compliance status. The ideal candidate will have over five years of experience in a legal environment, strong analytical skills, and must be a registered lawyer of England and Wales. A commitment to ethical practice and leadership is essential.