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Our client, a Top 100 UK law firm, is looking to invest further into their Risk and Compliance team with a new senior appointment for a Senior Compliance Manager.
The firm is recognised for its collaborative working environment and unique values-driven culture, which emphasises being visionary, authentic, responsible, and united.
The Opportunity
The firm’s Risk & Compliance function has created a brand-new role for a Senior Compliance Manager to support the continued expansion of its regulatory and compliance capabilities.
As part of a close-knit team of seven, the role is broad in scope, giving you the chance to play a pivotal part in shaping and strengthening the compliance framework across the firm. You will:
* Support the Director of Risk & Compliance with the development, implementation, and improvement of firm-wide compliance frameworks and controls
* Conduct and review CDD/KYC on a diverse and often high-risk client base, contributing to the firm’s risk appetite profile
* Contribute to risk assessments, policy drafting, and continuous improvement initiatives in response to evolving regulation
* Act as a trusted deputy to the Director of Risk & Compliance, offering expertise, guidance, and leadership to the wider team
* Mentor and upskill junior colleagues while delivering training across the firm to ensure consistent compliance awareness and observance
* Lead key projects to strengthen compliance processes and support the strategic development of the function
This is a high-impact role with significant visibility across the firm, offering the opportunity to make a tangible difference in how risk and compliance are managed.
The role will be based in London, with occasional travel to their regional office. Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home) is available.
Requirements
* At least 5 years’ experience in a compliance role within a UK law firm
* Robust understanding of SRA Standards & Regulations, AML, anti-bribery, data and cyber security, and wider compliance issues
* Hands-on experience with CDD/KYC, including high-risk onboarding and handling Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
* Experience of drafting, updating, and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and controls
* A collaborative and pragmatic approach, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure
* Competitive salary and discretionary bonus scheme
* 25 days holiday (plus birthday off and buy/sell options)
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