At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the risk and compliance function, ensuring regulatory obligations are met.
- Company: Reputable law firm in Bristol with a focus on integrity and best practices.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for long-term stability and career growth in a diverse workplace.
- Why this job: Take ownership of compliance processes and make a real impact in a growing firm.
- Qualifications: Experience in risk and compliance within a law firm or professional services.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
A well established and reputable law firm is seeking an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to join its Bristol office. This is a key strategic hire, replacing a long standing team member who is retiring, and offers the opportunity to take ownership of the firm’s risk, regulatory and compliance framework. Working closely with senior leadership, you will play a central role in ensuring the firm maintains robust governance, meets its regulatory obligations and continues to operate with integrity, transparency and best practice standards.
The Role
- Lead and manage the firm’s risk and compliance function, including:
- Overseeing all aspects of regulatory compliance, including SRA Standards & Regulations
- Managing the firm’s AML framework, including CDD, EDD, source of funds checks and ongoing monitoring
- Maintaining risk registers, internal controls, policies and procedures
- Providing guidance, training and support to partners, fee earners and support staff
- Conducting file audits, conflict checks, complaints handling and quality assurance
- Supporting the COLP/COFA with reporting obligations and regulatory updates
- Leading on GDPR, data protection and information security processes
- Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external compliance queries
- Driving a culture of risk awareness and continuous improvement across the firm
This role offers autonomy, visibility and the opportunity to modernise and strengthen compliance processes as the firm continues to grow.
Candidate Requirements
- Strong experience in risk, compliance or regulatory work within a law firm or professional services environment
- Excellent working knowledge of AML legislation and practical AML processes
- Strong understanding of SRA rules, Codes of Conduct and regulatory obligations
- Ability to develop, implement and improve compliance systems and processes
- Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with stakeholders at all levels
- High attention to detail, sound judgement and a proactive, solutions focused approach
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Flexible working arrangements (including part time options)
- Supportive, friendly and professional working environment
- Opportunity to lead and shape the firm’s compliance function
- Long term stability and strong career prospects
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.*
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