UK Compliance & Risk Manager

Knight Frank Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Knight Frank seeks a UK Compliance and Risk Manager to join its Head Office in London to ensure LLP compliance with UK law and industry standards. The role develops and maintains compliance frameworks, supports risk management, and promotes a strong compliance culture across the business.

Responsibilities include managing risk reports, KRIs, regulatory filings, and leading investigations, while line-managing the Residential Compliance Advisor and coordinating ISO-related activities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Risk Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience in compliance/risk within regulated environments.
• Ability to interpret and implement legislation with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure LLP compliance with all applicable UK legislation and regulation.
• Identify and assess emerging legislation and regulatory requirements; work with SMEs.
• Develop and maintain Compliance Risk Assessments and Internal Controls Framework.
• Maintain and update the corporate risk register; support leaders in risk management.
• Produce regular risk reports and dashboards for senior management.
• Monitor KRIs and escalate significant risk events.
• Track mitigation plans and ensure timely actions.
• Produce UK-specific compliance MI, analyze trends, drive remedial actions.
• Line manage Residential Compliance Advisor; provide guidance and oversight.
• Assist Compliance Advisors with complaint responses as needed.
• Oversee LLP regulatory registrations and timely submissions of annual returns.
• Lead UK compliance investigations with thorough documentation and reporting.
• Maintain ISO standards compliance and audits/certifications.
• Promote UK Compliance agenda through training and clear communication.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Regulatory reporting

Risk assessment

ISO standards

Leadership

Education

Law degree

ICA/IRM cert

Job description

Who are we Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network. At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals. A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated. In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together.

About The Role

Knight Frank are seeking a UK Compliance and Risk Manager to join their Head Office in Baker Street. The UK Compliance and Risk Manager role ensures that the LLP complies with all relevant UK legislation, regulations, and industry standards. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, including effective risk management, monitoring regulatory changes, and promoting a strong compliance culture across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the LLP is aware of and has effective controls in place to comply with all applicable UK legislation and regulation.
• Identify and assess emerging legislation and regulatory requirements, working closely with Risk Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to evaluate impact and implement necessary changes.
• Develop and maintain a Compliance Risk Assessment, supporting the UK Controls Testing Manager with the Internal Controls Framework.
• Maintain and update the corporate risk register, supporting business leaders in evaluating and managing risks within their areas of responsibility.
• Produce regular risk reports and dashboards for senior management and governance committees.
• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and ensure escalation of significant risk events.
• Track mitigation plans and ensure actions are completed within agreed timescales.
• Produce UK-specific compliance Management Information (MI), analyse trends, and drive remedial actions where required.
• Line Manage the Residential Compliance Advisor, providing guidance, support, and performance oversight.
• Assist the Compliance Advisors with complaint responses where required
• Oversee LLP regulatory registrations and ensure timely submission of annual returns and other statutory filings.
• Lead UK compliance investigations, ensuring thorough documentation, resolution, and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Maintain and manage ISO standards compliance, including audits and certification requirements.
• Promote the UK Compliance agenda through effective training programs and clear communication across the business.

Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of UK regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements, ideally within the property sector.
• Knowledge of RICS Professional Standards is advantageous.
• Proven experience in compliance management within a regulated environment.
• Ability to interpret and implement legislation and regulatory changes.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and audit processes.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Risk Management, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Professional compliance or risk certification (e.g., ICA, IRM) desirable.

Competitive salary

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies. Your trusted partners in property. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people’s lives and environments. Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies.