Description

Salary: £52,000–£63,000 DOELocation: Hybrid (9am–5pm, Monday–Friday)

About the Role

We are seeking a Compliance Manager to support the business in fostering a proactive culture of compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to influence firm-wide processes and shape compliance practices as the organization evolves.

Key Responsibilities

• Governance & Oversight
  • Maintain and improve systems and controls enabling COLP/COFA to discharge duties under SRA Standards and Regulations.
  • Record and report breaches, including serious breaches.
  • Coordinate quarterly compliance reporting to Partners with clear metrics, trend analysis, and remediation actions.
• Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
  • Manage day-to-day operation of AML policies, controls, and procedures (PCPs) and the practice-wide risk assessment (PWRA).
  • Ensure alignment with Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (as amended).
  • Plan and deliver independent AML audits on an annual cycle, track remediation to closure.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory roles within legal, financial, or other regulated sectors.
• Familiarity with SRA Standards & Regulations and AML frameworks is advantageous.
• Understanding of Money Laundering Regulations 2017, LSAG guidance, and SRA’s AML supervision approach.
• Professional certifications (ICA, CISI, IAPP) are valued but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive annual leave
• Private medical cover
• Life insurance
• Company pension
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Hybrid working
• Social events