Compliance Team Leader

We are working with a leading UK law firm to hire a Compliance Team Leader to join their team.

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In this role, you’ll lead and supervise a team of compliance analysts responsible for CDD/KYC ongoing monitoring and matter risk assessments, ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard and in line with regulatory requirements. You’ll act as a central point of expertise within the team, supporting fee earners and stakeholders across the firm while helping to develop and mentor junior colleagues in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

The firm is looking for someone with prior experience working in law firm compliance, particularly across CDD/KYC and ideally matter risk assessments, along with experience managing or supporting junior team members.

The responsibilities will include:

• Supervising analysts undertaking CDD/KYC ongoing monitoring and matter risk assessments

• Acting as a point of contact for compliance queries from analysts, fee earners, and stakeholders

• Providing clear, risk-based advice aligned with AML regulations and internal policies

• Prioritising and allocating work to meet strict service level agreements

• Producing regular and bespoke management and progress reports

• Carrying out quality checks and audits to ensure accuracy and consistency

• Mentoring, coaching, and supporting analysts at varying levels of experience

• Collaborating with other team leaders to support the effective running of the wider team

This is a great opportunity to take on a visible leadership role within a respected and award-winning firm, offering exposure to high-volume compliance operations and the chance to make a real impact on team performance and development. xwzovoh

If you’re ready to step into a leadership role and help shape a high-performing compliance team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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