Senior Compliance Lead – SRA/AML & Data Protection (Hybrid)

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health Cash Plan

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited in Gloucester is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee SRA compliance, AML and data protection. This role offers direct access to the Managing Directors and a chance to shape how compliance works across the firm.

The position suits an existing Compliance Manager or a Senior Compliance Officer ready to step up, with detailed responsibilities across audits, governance, and training. Hybrid work after probation, including 3 days in the Gloucester office.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance or risk within an SRA-regulated law firm.
• Strong knowledge of SRA regulations, AML and data protection.
• Experience with file reviews, complaints and CQS requirements.
• Confident advising senior leaders and colleagues.
• Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing SRA regulatory compliance and internal policies
• Overseeing AML procedures, risk assessments and MLRO responsibilities
• Managing GDPR and data protection requirements
• Conducting file reviews, compliance audits and quality assurance
• Handling complaints and identifying improvements
• Supporting CQS accreditation and lender panel requirements
• Coordinating insurance renewals and managing associated risks
• Supporting corporate governance and Companies House obligations
• Delivering compliance training across the business

Job description

QED Legal Recruitment Limited in Gloucester is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee SRA compliance, AML and data protection. This role offers direct access to the Managing Directors and a chance to shape how compliance works across the firm.

The position suits an existing Compliance Manager or a Senior Compliance Officer ready to step up, with detailed responsibilities across audits, governance, and training. Hybrid work after probation, including 3 days in the Gloucester office.