• Salary up to £42,000
• Excellent compliance team and law firm culture
• Full-time position based in Chester
We're working with a highly regarded UK200-listed law firm who are looking for a Risk & Compliance Officer to join their team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong AML and regulatory compliance experience, ideally gained within a law firm, to play a vital role in supporting the business and ensuring operational and regulatory excellence.
You'll be working closely with the Compliance Manager/MLRO, acting as a key point of contact for daily compliance and AML queries across the firm. This is a hands-on role suited to a confident and detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving and collaborating across departments.
Responsibilities include:
* Responding to day-to-day AML and compliance queries including source of funds, GDPR, and firm policy
* Liaising with PI insurers and brokers to handle claims and notifications
* Recording complaints, data breaches and undertakings using the firm’s internal reporting systems
* Conducting regular compliance file reviews across fee-earning teams
* Coordinating and submitting annual returns for accreditations such as Lexcel, CQS and WIQs
* Supporting with file opening processes to ensure consistent compliance practices across the business
* Maintaining accurate regulatory records and liaising with the SRA and Law Society as required
What we need from you:
* Previous AML and regulatory compliance knowledge
* Strong source of funds experience is a must
* Previous experience in a busy compliance function, ideally within legal or financial services
* Able to commute to Chester on a full-time basis
The Perks:
* Salary up to £42,000 per annum
* 26 days annual leave allowance (increasing with service)
* Enhanced pension and healthcare scheme
* Death in service benefit (4x salary)
* Volunteering days, holiday buy/sell scheme, and other lifestyle benefits
* Opportunities for training and career development