An established and respected UK law firm is looking for an experienced Risk & Compliance Officer to join their York office.
The Risk & Compliance Officer will lead the firm’s compliance function, and the ideal candidate would have experience in a compliance role within the legal sector.
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the firm’s central resource for all risk and compliance matters.
* Lead and manage a small onboarding team.
* Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of compliance policies and procedures.
* Manage Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and sanctions frameworks.
* Draft, review, and update internal policies in line with the SRA, ICO, and government guidance..
* Monitor internal file reviews, audits, and assist with SRA audit preparation.
* Evaluate and implement appropriate technology and software to support compliance systems.
* Conduct compliance risk assessments and internal training workshops.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Experience in a compliance role within a law firm.
* Comprehensive understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks (SRA, AML, GDPR).
* Experience leading internal audits or regulatory reviews.
* Experience delivering training sessions in a professional environment.
If you are a dedicated professional with a strong background in compliance management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role.