Senior Risk & Compliance Associate/ Manager (Southampton)

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK law firm is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Associate/ Manager to join their Southampton office. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of PQE and strong knowledge of AML and regulatory compliance. Responsibilities include implementing compliance policies, conducting audits, and managing breach reporting. This role provides an opportunity to shape a leading risk and compliance team in a dynamic legal environment.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years PQE in regulatory compliance within legal services.
• Deep understanding of AML regulations and SRA Code of Conduct.
• Ability to provide clear and confident advice.

Responsibilities

• Implement risk and compliance policies across the business.
• Conduct and oversee internal audits and file reviews.
• Manage the firm's breach reporting processes.

Skills

Regulatory compliance experience

AML regulations knowledge

Ability to advise stakeholders

Commitment to high standards

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

Job description

Job Description

A prestigious UK Law firm is looking for a Senior Risk & Compliance Associate/ Manager (Southampton) to join their team in their Southampton office.

The ideal candidate for the Senior Risk & Compliance Associate/ Manager (Southampton) role would have 5+ years PQE with strong knowledge of AML, the Codes of Conduct and the wider SRA regime.

Key Responsibilities for the Senior Risk & Compliance Associate/ Manager (Southampton):

• Implementation and maintenance of risk and compliance policies, ensuring alignment across the business.
• Conduct and oversee internal audits, including file reviews, supervisory audits, and follow-up actions.
• Manage the firm’s breach reporting processes, including investigation, resolution, and preventative measures.
• Support tender and client audit responses, focusing on compliance requirements.
• Act as a key point of contact for queries relating to AML, anti-bribery, sanctions, and high-risk jurisdictions.
• Contribute to the development of file opening and matter acceptance procedures, including electronic PEP and sanctions screening.
• Provide advisory support on SRA compliance, Codes of Conduct, client confidentiality, conflicts, and liability limitations.
• Serve as a deputy to the MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer), supporting in financial crime-related obligations.

Skills & Qualifications:

• UK-qualified solicitor with 5–8 years’ PQE and demonstrable experience in regulatory compliance within legal services.
• Deep understanding of AML regulations, SRA Code of Conduct, and broader professional obligations in legal practice.
• Ability to provide clear, confident advice to stakeholders at all levels.
• Commitment to upholding and improving standards in a fast-paced legal environment

If you’re looking for an opportunity to help shape a leading risk and compliance team with a leading UK law firm, we would love to hear from you!