Risk & Compliance Lawyer

Firm profile

A highly regarded top tier South East law firm are seeking a Risk and Compliance Lawyer to join them.

Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role.

Role detail

You will join the firm’s growing Risk and Compliance team working directly with the Head of Risk & Compliance.

You will play a critical role in handling day-to-day Risk and Compliance issues and contributing to the ongoing development of Risk & Compliance awareness, policies and procedures throughout the firm.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing advice and guidance to lawyers in the firm on a wide range of legal and regulatory risk and compliance issues
• Assisting the Director of Risk and Compliance in advising on Professional Indemnity and other insurance queries
• Assisting the Director of Risk and Compliance on investigating complaints
• Offering expert advice on the SRA handbook and other professional conduct queries
• Drafting and advising on the Firm’s risk and compliance policies and procedures
• Supporting and managing the Firm’s annual audit process and the Firm’s external accreditation
• Overseeing the management of the Firm’s risk exposure including relationships with clients and third parties
• Supporting the Data Protection Partner in handling enquiries
• Working with HR on the management of SRA records
• Other duties as required

Candidate

You may be an experienced Risk and Compliance lawyer looking for a new challenge, or an experienced Solicitor looking for a career change away from fee-earning.

Ideally you will have prior experience in Risk & Compliance or significant exposure to risk issues in a fee-earning capacity.

Why apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to step into a broad risk and compliance role covering a wide remit of work in a top City practice where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of the firm.

The firm’s culture is widely-recognised as one of the best in City law, built on trust, collaboration, and mutual respect. xwzovoh You will be part of a firm which supports work/life balance, personal development, and building strong connections.

For more information please contact Kate Albon at KMA Legal on