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Compliance & Risk Manager - Legal 500 firm

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Posted a day ago, valid for 23 days
Location

Dorchester, Dorset DT2 7NL, England

Salary

£80,000 - £96,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • Join a prestigious Legal 500 regional law firm as a Risk & Compliance Manager in Dorset, Wiltshire, or Warminster, with a salary of £60,000 to £70,000 per year.
  • The role requires extensive experience in compliance within the legal sector, ideally for candidates with at least 5 years of relevant experience.
  • As a key member of the senior management team, you will oversee regulatory adherence, manage compliance best practices, and handle various aspects of risk management.
  • The firm offers flexible hybrid working options, generous benefits including 27 days holiday, and opportunities for career growth.
  • This position is perfect for experienced Compliance Managers or ambitious Compliance Officers looking to advance their careers.
Risk & Compliance Manager Location: Dorset, Wiltshire, or Warminster (Hybrid)Industry: Legal 500 Regional Law FirmAbout 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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.