At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on regulatory compliance and manage conflicts in a collaborative law firm.
- Company: Highly regarded London law firm with a commitment to professional excellence.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements, competitive salary, and opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Part-time options available; perfect for balancing work and study.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and tackle complex regulatory challenges while making a real impact.
- Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with 4+ years' PQE and strong knowledge of SRA regulations.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
A highly regarded London law firm is seeking a Senior Risk & Compliance Lawyer to join its established Risk & Information Security team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor, barrister or equivalent qualified lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE who is looking to develop a broad risk and compliance career within a sophisticated and collegiate law firm environment.
Working closely with senior stakeholders, including the Risk & Compliance Director, General Counsel/COLP and Partners across the firm, you will play a key role in supporting regulatory compliance, client onboarding, conflicts management and firm-wide risk initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on conflicts of interest, confidentiality and regulatory issues arising from new matter intake and client onboarding.
- Reviewing and analysing Outside Counsel Guidelines and supporting compliance through Intapp Open.
- Assisting with complaints handling, including liaison with the Legal Ombudsman, SRA and other stakeholders where required.
- Providing guidance on SRA Code of Conduct obligations, professional standards and firm engagement terms.
- Conducting rolling internal file reviews to ensure adherence to firm policies and best practice.
- Supporting document requests from clients, regulators and third parties.
- Drafting and updating internal policies and procedures across a range of risk and governance matters.
- Assisting with ISO9001 compliance and supporting wider ISO27001 and business continuity initiatives.
- Undertaking regulatory research and supporting strategic compliance projects.
Applicants should have:
- Qualification as a Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent overseas lawyer with an unrestricted practising certificate.
- A minimum of 4 years' PQE.
- Experience gained within a law firm risk and compliance team or in fee-earning practice with exposure to regulatory matters.
- Strong working knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and wider regulatory framework.
- Exposure to AML, sanctions, source of funds, PEPs and data protection issues would be advantageous.
- Excellent drafting and communication skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work confidently with Partners and senior stakeholders.
The Opportunity
This role offers exposure to a wide variety of complex regulatory and risk matters within a highly respected firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional excellence. Flexible and agile working arrangements are actively supported, with candidates seeking part-time arrangements (minimum three days per week) encouraged to apply. For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
Senior Risk & Compliance Lawyer employer: Inventum Group
Join a highly regarded London law firm that champions a collaborative culture and prioritises professional excellence. As a Senior Risk & Compliance Lawyer, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements, opportunities for career development, and the chance to engage with senior stakeholders on complex regulatory matters, making it an ideal environment for meaningful and rewarding employment.
