Risk & Compliance Manager Location: Dorset, Wiltshire, or Warminster (Hybrid) Industry: Legal 500 Regional Law Firm About the Role :Join a Legal 500 award-winning regional firm as a Risk & Compliance Manager , becoming a vital part of their senior management team.
Based across offices in North Dorset, Wiltshire, or Warminster , this role offers the chance to shape the firm's compliance and risk frameworks while working closely with senior leadership.You'll oversee regulatory adherence , manage compliance best practices , and take ownership of day-to-day risk management .
Your responsibilities will span onboarding, financial crime prevention, internal audits, policies, and procedures, ensuring the firm remains at the forefront of regulatory excellence.Key Responsibilities :Compliance Oversight : Lead the firm's compliance function, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks.
Risk Management : Manage risk across all departments, focusing on proactive measures.
Onboarding & Financial Crime Prevention : Handle onboarding processes with a strong emphasis on AML and financial crime compliance.
Internal Audits : Conduct regular audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks.
Policies & Procedures : Draft, review, and maintain internal policies to meet current legal standards.
Stay up to date with SARs , AML regulations , and data protection frameworks , ensuring firm-wide compliance.
About You :You are a seasoned compliance professional with extensive knowledge of legal sector regulations , including SRA Standards and Regulations , AML , GDPR , and more.
You're ready to hit the ground running, bringing expertise in managing compliance and risk in a law firm.
This role is ideal for a Compliance Officer seeking a step up or a manager seeking a dynamic new challenge.This role is ideal for:Experienced Compliance Managers : Ready for a challenging and rewarding role at a prestigious law firm.
Ambitious Compliance Officers : Seeking a step up into senior management and more responsibility.
Why Join Us?
Hybrid Working : Flexibility to work between the office and home.
Career Growth : A great next step for an experienced compliance officer ready for more responsibility.
Prestigious Firm : Work with a Legal 500 , award-winning law firm known for its excellence.
Flexible Options : Open to full-time or part-time candidates.
Generous Benefits :27 days holiday + bank holidays Healthcare cash plan Collaborative and supportive culture Location :Based in North Dorset, Wiltshire, or Warminster, with hybrid working options to suit your needs.Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're passionate about compliance and ready to join a highly respected Legal 500 firm, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply for a confidential conversation , or refer someone who might be a perfect fit.