Senior Risk & Compliance Manager

Birchrose Associates is working with a prestigious London law firm in the search for a Senior Risk & Compliance Manager to join their Risk & Compliance team on a permanent basis. The Firm Our client is a highly respected London law firm with an outstanding reputation for advising high-net-worth individuals, families, businesses, financial institutions, educational organisations and charities. Recognised for delivering exceptional client service and technical excellence, the firm offers a collaborative and supportive culture, combining a modern approach with long-standing professional values. The Opportunity The successful Senior Risk & Compliance Manager will work closely with the firm's Risk & Compliance Director and wider team, supporting a broad range of regulatory, compliance and risk management activities across the firm. This is a varied role offering exposure to strategic projects, regulatory advisory work and day-to-day operational risk matters. Responsibilities will include: • Managing client Outside Counsel Guidelines, reviewing contractual arrangements and supporting compliance through the firm's onboarding systems • Advising on conflicts of interest matters, undertaking initial conflict analysis and providing guidance on SRA Code of Conduct requirements • Assisting with complaints handling, including preparing correspondence, liaising with internal stakeholders and supporting matters involving the Legal Ombudsman and SRA where required • Providing guidance to fee earners on professional conduct, regulatory obligations and risk management queries • Drafting, reviewing and maintaining internal risk management policies and procedures • Supporting document production requests from clients, regulators and third parties • Conducting ongoing internal file reviews to ensure compliance with firm-wide quality and regulatory standards • Supporting the firm's ISO9001 Quality Management System and assisting with wider ISO compliance initiatives • Supporting the firm's Responsible Business and ESG-related compliance obligations The role offers flexible and agile working, with a hybrid model. Applications are welcomed from candidates seeking full-time or part-time working patterns, with a minimum commitment of three days per week. Requirements • Qualified Solicitor, Barrister or equivalent overseas-qualified lawyer with an unrestricted right to practise • Qualified lawyer with minimum 4 years' PQE • Experience gained within the Risk & Compliance function or as a fee earner within an English law firm • Strong working knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and wider regulatory framework • Knowledge of AML, sanctions, source of funds, PEPs and data protection legislation would be advantageous Vacancy Highlights • Join a highly regarded London law firm with an exceptional reputation • Broad and varied role covering conflicts, complaints, regulatory compliance, policy development and strategic risk projects • Flexible and part-time working options available • Collaborative and supportive Risk & Compliance team with excellent long-term career prospects To be considered for this Senior Risk & Compliance Manager opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion. Birchrose Associates, trading name of Huntress Search Ltd, acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.