Senior Compliance Manager

our Client, a prestigious law firm is seeking a Senior Compliance Manager to join its Risk & Compliance Team in London. This newly created position offers you the chance to make a significant impact by supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of compliance frameworks across all aspects of the firm's operations.

As part of a close-knit team, you will play a pivotal role in navigating complex regulatory obligations, ensuring business risks are managed effectively, and contributing to the ongoing success and profitability of the firm. The organisation prides itself on its unique culture, which values authenticity, unity, responsibility, and excellence. With a discretionary hybrid working model and an attractive benefits package from day one including generous holiday allowances and comprehensive private medical insurance. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced compliance professional who thrives in a collaborative and supportive environment.

What you'll do:

* Support the Director of Risk & Compliance in developing, implementing, and continuously improving robust compliance frameworks and controls tailored to the evolving needs of the firm.

* Conduct thorough Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC) checks on a diverse client base, including those in higher-risk sectors, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met.
* Contribute actively to risk assessments by identifying potential areas of concern and helping shape the firm's risk appetite profile in line with best practice standards.
* Draft, review, and update compliance policies and procedures to ensure they remain current with changes in legislation and regulatory expectations.
* Act as a trusted deputy to the Director of Risk & Compliance by providing expert guidance to colleagues at all levels within the team.
* Supervise, mentor, and support junior members of the Risk & Compliance Team, fostering their professional growth through nurturing leadership.
* Deliver engaging training sessions across the firm to enhance awareness and observance of compliance policies and procedures among all staff.
* Lead key projects that drive continuous improvement initiatives within the compliance function while supporting strategic business objectives.
* Collaborate closely with stakeholders across departments to ensure seamless integration of compliance processes into daily operations.
* Respond proactively to changes in the regulatory landscape by recommending practical solutions that enable continued business success.

What you bring:
* Significant experience working within a compliance function at a UK law firm, ideally gained over at least five years
* Comprehensive understanding of SRA Standards & Regulations as well as data protection/cyber security requirements relevant to legal services providers.
* Proven track record handling Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Client (KYC) processes, including onboarding high-risk clients and making Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when necessary.
* Demonstrated ability to devise, implement, update, and monitor effective compliance policies, controls, procedures, and processes aligned with industry best practice.
* Experience delivering clear training sessions on complex regulatory topics tailored for audiences at all levels within an organisation.
* Excellent interpersonal skills that enable you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across departments while nurturing junior team members’ development.
* A calm problem-solving approach combined with strong organisational skills ensures you can manage multiple priorities without compromising quality or accuracy.
* Genuine enthusiasm for working collaboratively within a small team environment where shared success is celebrated above individual achievement.
* Commitment to upholding ethical standards at all times while remaining responsive to changing regulatory landscapes affecting legal services.

What's next:
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