Senior In-House Risk Lawyer

TN United Kingdom; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate for their Risk & Compliance team. This dynamic role involves claims handling, stakeholder liaison, and compliance advisory. The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with over 5 years of experience, bringing analytical and organizational prowess to the table. With a commitment to flexible working, this forward-thinking firm values collaboration and personal development, making it an ideal environment for those eager to contribute and grow. Join a team dedicated to pushing boundaries while upholding the highest standards of client service.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Extensive flexible benefits

25 days of holiday (increasing to 30 with service)

Private medical insurance

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in law firm regulation and solicitors’ PI claims.
• Strong analytical and communication skills essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist in claims handling and liaise with various stakeholders.
• Handle complaints and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Solicitor with 5+ years PQE

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in law firm regulation

Complaints handling

Commercial contracts

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Associate to join our Risk & Compliance team. This role is offered on a flexible working basis, from our Bristol, Manchester or London offices.

Your Role

As a key addition to our existing team, you can expect to be involved in:

1. Assisting the team in claims handling, including liaising with fee earners, insurers, brokers, panel solicitors and other interested parties
2. Handling complaints in accordance with the firm's complaint procedures
3. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding risk-related issues
4. Assisting our Director of Legal and Commercial Risk with strategic and operational issues
5. Advising on queries related to SRA StaRs, Principles, Codes of Conduct, Law Society of Scotland, Law Society of Northern Ireland, and Law Society of Ireland, and liaising with regulators as necessary
6. Reviewing and updating policies as needed
7. Collaborating with colleagues across our office locations

Your Skills & Experience

We are looking for:

• A qualified Solicitor with 5+ years PQE, with experience in law firm regulation, solicitors’ PI claims, complaints handling, or commercial contracts
• A forward thinker with excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, self-motivated with the ability to manage workloads and deadlines
• A team player who contributes to our collaborative culture and is eager to support the development of junior team members

Your Team

TLT is known for setting new expectations and pushing boundaries, without compromising our reputation or clients. Our Legal & Regulatory team ensures compliance with obligations such as Data Protection, SRA, and FCA regulations, while safeguarding our clients and staff. The team comprises experienced lawyers and technical specialists addressing a wide range of regulatory and ethical requirements, balancing commercial and practical considerations to maintain compliance and uphold our values.

About TLT

Fast-paced, growing, and forward-thinking, TLT is a law firm that helps clients stay ahead, and we prioritize the same for our people.

We serve high-profile clients across innovative sectors, with a presence across the UK and a network of partners in Europe, India, and the US. In 2022, we were named Law Firm of the Year at The British Legal Awards, a testament to our success story.

Our purpose is to protect, prepare, and progress our clients for what comes next, and we extend this commitment to our people, communities, and the planet. Our open and collaborative culture encourages everyone to be authentic, voice their opinions, and contribute meaningfully.

We value our employees highly and aim to make you feel appreciated. Benefits include a competitive salary with annual reviews, extensive flexible benefits, 25 days of holiday (increasing to 30 days with service), and private medical insurance.

At TLT, we embrace a fully flexible working approach, supporting our people to work where and when suits their needs while meeting client and team requirements. Our focus on hybrid working and work/life balance underpins this agile model.