Compliance & Office Manager

Please only apply if you have previous compliance experience within a law firm or legal environment. Applications from candidates without legal compliance experience will not be considered. Blue Legal is partnering with a respected law firm to recruit a Compliance & Office Manager. This is a broad, varied, and influential opportunity for an experienced Compliance & Office Manager to take ownership of the firm's compliance framework, office operations, and health & safety function. Working closely with senior leadership, the successful Compliance & Office Manager will act as a central point of contact for regulatory compliance, including SRA, AML, GDPR, and wider risk management requirements. The role also offers excellent long-term development opportunities, with the firm keen to invest in the right individual. For candidates looking to progress their legal career, support towards SQE 1 and SQE 2 may be available. This is an excellent opportunity for a Compliance & Office Manager who wants to grow and develop within a supportive and ambitious law firm. The Responsibilities of the Compliance & Office Manager As the Compliance & Office Manager, you will: * Lead and manage the firm's compliance framework, ensuring full adherence to SRA, AML, GDPR, and other relevant regulatory requirements. * Act as the firm's primary point of contact for regulatory compliance matters, providing guidance and support to stakeholders across the business. * Develop, review, and maintain compliance policies, procedures, and risk controls, identifying opportunities for improvement and ensuring best practice is followed. * Conduct internal compliance audits and support external audits, ensuring the firm remains compliant with regulatory obligations. * Maintain key compliance registers, including complaints, breaches, conflicts, risk assessments, and regulatory records. * Support anti-money laundering processes, client due diligence, and wider risk management activities. The Candidate The successful Compliance & Office Manager will possess: * Proven compliance experience within a law firm or legal environment. * Strong working knowledge of SRA regulations, AML requirements, GDPR, and legal sector compliance obligations. * Previous experience acting as a central point of contact for compliance and regulatory matters. * Experience developing and maintaining compliance policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks. * Excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and influence stakeholders at all levels. * Strong communication skills with the confidence to provide guidance and promote best practice across the business. * Previous exposure to office management, facilities management, business operations, or health and safety responsibilities within a professional services environment