Job Description
NOW HIRING: Legal Risk / Compliance and Practice Manager
Location: York (with hybrid working available)
Salary: £40,000 – £60,000 DOE
Top-Tier Benefits from Day One
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Office closure over Christmas & New Year
Private health insurance
Contributory pension scheme
Performance-related bonus scheme
Subsidised city centre parking
Funded professional development
Access to discounted legal services
Wellbeing support & regular team events
Are you a seasoned legal operations or compliance professional seeking a fresh challenge in a dynamic, respected regional firm?
We’re working exclusively with a well-established, values-driven law firm with deep roots in the Yorkshire legal market. As they continue to grow, they are now recruiting for a newly created senior-level position — a hybrid role that combines operational oversight with regulatory leadership.
This is a rare opportunity to sit at the heart of a forward-looking legal practice in a role that truly makes an impact across every department.
Your Core Responsibilities
️ Risk & Compliance
* Act as the central point of contact for all risk, regulatory and compliance matters.
* Oversee AML, GDPR, CDD, and sanctions frameworks — ensuring total alignment with SRA and sector standards.
* Lead internal audits, risk assessments and file reviews.
* Maintain and regularly update firmwide policies and procedures.
* Support SRA audits and proactively manage the firm’s compliance register.
* Embed a culture of risk-awareness through education, leadership and engagement.
Operational Management
* Oversee staff onboarding and induction processes, managing a small team.
* Act as Client Services Manager — handling client complaints sensitively and effectively.
* Evaluate, enhance and implement compliance systems and software solutions.
* Deliver engaging training sessions across the firm, ensuring full understanding of risk protocols.
* Collaborate with the senior team to shape strategic decisions with risk-focused input.
What We’re Looking For
️ At least 3 years’ experience in compliance, risk or operations in a law firm or other regulated sector (e.g. financial services)
️ Strong understanding of SRA rules, AML legislation, GDPR and related frameworks
️ A confident communicator who can influence and educate across all levels
️ Proactive, hands-on, and tech-literate
️ Experience managing client complaints or regulatory queries is a plus
Law degree or legal qualification desirable, but not essential
The Culture
This firm offers a modern, inclusive and people-focused environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are core values. You’ll be supported and empowered to grow — professionally and personally.
* Long service awards (up to 6 weeks' holiday entitlement)
* Funded training and CPD
* Mental health support and eye care contributions
* Regular staff events, volunteer days, and wellbeing initiatives
* Enhanced leave package over the festive period
Ready to Explore?
If you're looking for a strategic, senior-level opportunity in legal operations and compliance — this is the one to watch.
Contact us in confidence on 07378 123456 07378 123456 or drop us a message here on LinkedIn.
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