Risk Analyst (Broad) Role

An international law firm is looking for a Risk Analyst (Broad Role) to join its London-based Risk & Compliance team.

As a Risk Analyst (Broad Role), you will support the ongoing development of the firm’s risk management framework and assist with day-to-day compliance advisory work.

Key Responsibilities for the Risk Analyst (Broad Role):

• Acting as a first point of contact for internal compliance queries from legal and business services teams, offering clear and practical advice on a range of regulatory matters.
• Providing guidance on professional conduct obligations, including interpretation of the SRA Code of Conduct, anti-bribery measures, confidentiality requirements, and conflicts of interest.
• Supporting the Risk Team mailbox by reviewing and prioritising queries and ensuring efficient follow-up and resolution.
• Reviewing and advising on contractual documentation such as terms of engagement, auditor letters, client confidentiality clauses, and conflict waiver provisions.
• Developing specialism in specific areas of risk (e.g., data privacy, anti-money laundering, or third-party contracts) and providing training or updates to colleagues.
• Working in partnership with the Conflicts and AML teams to resolve complex business acceptance issues and support the implementation of risk controls.
• Contributing to the drafting and review of internal policies, procedures, and training content to ensure alignment with evolving regulatory standards.
• Assisting with internal risk-related investigations, client file reviews, and audit preparation.
• Advising on data protection issues such as data subject access requests and breach assessments in coordination with relevant stakeholders.
• Participating in cross-functional risk projects, ensuring timely progress updates and quality outputs.
• Monitoring legal, regulatory, and professional developments, and assessing their impact on the firm’s risk framework.
• Collaborating with other risk professionals to share best practices and promote a strong culture of compliance across the firm.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Solid understanding of the SRA Codes of Conduct and regulatory requirements relevant to law firms.
• Ability to analyse complex information and deliver clear, concise advice.
• Professional discretion, with the ability to handle sensitive matters with confidentiality and tact.
• A collaborative attitude with a willingness to learn and share expertise with the team.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of best-in-class risk and compliance advice as a Risk Analyst in a global, fast-paced legal environment. Apply today or get in touch at amy@uncovertalent.co.uk