Compliance Manager - Law Firm
Location: Feltham area (West London)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
About Us
We are a well-established and growing law firm based in the Feltham area, committed to delivering exceptional legal services while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics, regulatory compliance, and client care. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Compliance Manager to join our team and play a key role in ensuring our firm continues to meet all regulatory and legal obligations.
The Role
As Compliance Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the firm's compliance framework, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practice. Working closely with senior management, you will promote a strong culture of compliance and risk management across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the firm's regulatory compliance with Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations.
- Support and advise the firm's COLP and COFA in fulfilling their regulatory responsibilities.
- Develop, review, and implement compliance policies, procedures, and risk management frameworks.
- Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and assess their impact on the firm.
- Conduct internal compliance audits and file reviews.Manage Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Client (KYC), sanctions, and financial crime compliance processes.
- Investigate compliance issues, complaints, and breaches, recommending appropriate corrective actions.
- Deliver compliance training and guidance to partners and staff.
- Maintain compliance records, registers, and reporting for senior management.
- Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external advisers where required.
About You
The successful candidate will have:
- Previous compliance experience within a UK law firm.
- Strong knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations, AML legislation, GDPR, and legal risk management.
- Experience supporting or working alongside a COLP and/or COFA.
- Excellent analytical, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication skills with the confidence to advise senior stakeholders.
- A proactive and pragmatic approach to managing compliance risks.
- High levels of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
Desirable
- Relevant compliance, legal, or risk management qualification.
- Experience implementing compliance management systems and regulatory reporting.
- Knowledge of Lexcel or other legal quality standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- Pension scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
- Career progression within a growing and ambitious firm.
If you are an experienced legal compliance professional looking for your next challenge and want to make a real impact within a respected law firm in the Feltham area, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.
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