Risk & Compliance Lawyer - Leading Global Law Firm

An exciting opportunity to join a leading compliance function within a highly established global law firm. The team are open to current Compliance Lawyers AND Fee earners looking to transition in–house.

Key responsibilities:

• Stay up–to–date with changes and developments in UK legal, regulatory, and compliance obligations, including SRA Standards and Regulations as well as firm authorisation requirements.
• Advise on necessary policy changes in response to regulatory developments or changes in law, drafting amendments to policies and associated guidance documents.
• Support partners and regulated individuals by responding to queries regarding professional responsibility, ethics, confidentiality, and disclosure obligations.
• Assist in the development and delivery of risk and compliance–related training programmes for both the firm and the team.
• Work closely with the Director of Risk & Compliance (London) on broader projects that enhance the firm's risk management framework.
• Supervise junior members of the Risk & Compliance team by providing guidance, mentorship, and support as appropriate.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the firm while acting as a representative for the compliance function during meetings or initiatives.
• Respond promptly to general risk and compliance queries from across the organisation, ensuring clarity and accuracy in your advice.
• Promote a culture of ethical awareness, accountability, and robust risk management throughout the firm by sharing best practices.
• Undertake other ad hoc duties as required to support business needs or respond to emerging risks.

Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree required (2:1 or above preferred), demonstrating academic excellence relevant to legal practice.
• Qualified lawyer status with 2+ years' post–qualification experience (PQE), ensuring you have proven expertise within legal environments.
• Previous experience within a compliance team is desirable but not essential; fee earners with regulatory backgrounds considering their first move into risk & compliance are welcomed.
• Exceptional attention to detail enables you to identify potential risks accurately while maintaining high standards in documentation.
• Excellent analytical skills allow you to interpret complex regulations effectively and provide clear advice on policy implications.
• Ability to draft clearly and concisely ensures that your written communications are accessible for all stakeholders.
• Outstanding communication skills–both written and verbal–help you build trust across teams while explaining technical concepts simply.
• Influencing and persuading at all levels means you can foster consensus among partners or junior staff alike when implementing new policies.
• Team player mentality demonstrates your commitment to collaboration within an inclusive environment where knowledge–sharing is valued.
• Sound judgment underpins your decision–making capabilities when navigating challenging situations or ambiguous regulatory requirements.
• Good planning, time management, and prioritisation skills enable you to manage multiple tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications supports your ability to produce polished reports or presentations for internal audiences.

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