Risk Compliance Manager

Senior Risk and Compliance Manager – E&A

London | Competitive Salary

3+ PQE

My client is seeking a Senior Risk and Compliance Manager to join its London-based Risk and Compliance team. This senior role will focus on financial crime compliance across the UK and E&A, working closely with the COLP and MLRO, and managing a team of analysts.

What you’ll do

• Lead the financial crime function and provide expert advice on AML, sanctions, bribery, fraud, tax evasion and market abuse.
• Support the MLRO with SARs, regulatory responses and policy updates.
• Oversee and develop the AML team, ensuring high-quality service and effective systems.
• Deliver training and act as a key point of contact for partners and staff.
• Advise on broader compliance issues, including conflicts, confidentiality and professional conduct.

What we’re looking for

• Qualified solicitor or barrister with 3+ PQE.
• Experience in law firm compliance or a regulatory practice area.
• Strong knowledge of financial crime legislation (POCA, MLRs, LSAG guidance, sanctions, Bribery Act, Criminal Finances Act, ECCTA).
• Previous management experience essential.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Organised, proactive and confident leading change.

Why join?

• Work in a collaborative, international environment.
• Lead and shape a high-performing compliance team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to challenging, high-profile work across multiple regions.