Senior Risk & Compliance Counsel

LR Legal Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 78,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

LR Legal Recruitment is assisting a leading international law firm in London for a Senior Risk Lawyer role. The position sits in the Risk & Compliance team and reports to the Head of Legal Risk, with international responsibilities across several jurisdictions.

The role requires a qualified solicitor in England & Wales, 6–10 years PQE, and solid experience in risk, AML, sanctions and data protection. Hybrid working with 60% office presence is offered.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 6–10 years PQE.
• At least 3 years' experience in Risk within an international law firm.
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and regulatory framework.

Responsibilities

• Advise on Risk & Compliance, including SRA Code of Conduct, ethics, conflicts, AML, sanctions, client/third-party terms, data protection and AI.
• Liaise with Risk & Compliance teams internationally and with stakeholders across the firm.
• Develop and update policies reflecting regulatory changes across jurisdictions.
• Maintain registers and monitor compliance; support audits and training.
• Undertake other ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

PQE England & Wales

Risk function experience

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

IT skills

Discretion & confidentiality

Travel internationally

Education

Solicitor qualification England & Wales

Job description

LR Legal Recruitment is assisting a leading international law firm in London for a Senior Risk Lawyer role. The position sits in the Risk & Compliance team and reports to the Head of Legal Risk, with international responsibilities across several jurisdictions.

The role requires a qualified solicitor in England & Wales, 6–10 years PQE, and solid experience in risk, AML, sanctions and data protection. Hybrid working with 60% office presence is offered.