Risk & Compliance Solicitor - In House

Job Description

Risk & Compliance Lawyer - Non Fee Earning Role

Join a dynamic team in a pivotal role, providing comprehensive support to the Head of Risk and Compliance within a leading organization. Your primary objective will be ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards while fostering a culture of compliance throughout the firm. From addressing inquiries to developing policies, your contributions will shape the firm's risk management landscape.

Responsibilities include:
Offering guidance on diverse legal, regulatory, and compliance matters such as anti-money laundering and data protection.
Serving as a point of escalation for complex issues, collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
Facilitating data protection compliance through policy development and training initiatives.
Assisting in supplier onboarding and contract reviews, ensuring due diligence.
Advising on client engagement processes and policies.
Collaborating with legal teams to identify and mitigate risk across practice areas.
Enhancing the firm's audit program and implementing corrective measures as needed.
Drafting and updating policies, while spearheading internal training programs.
Contributing to firm-wide projects requiring risk and compliance expertise.
Providing regular reports to senior management on pertinent issues.
Keeping abreast of legal and regulatory developments, disseminating updates accordingly.

Qualifications:
Qualified lawyer with experience in risk and compliance or private practice.
Familiarity with legal, regulatory, and professional standards relevant to law firms.
Proficiency in data protection and contract law.
Previous experience in developing and implementing best practices preferred.

Attributes:
Strong analytical and drafting abilities.
Meticulous attention to detail and professional standards.
Solution-oriented mindset with a collaborative approach.
Ability to cultivate relationships and engage with stakeholders at all levels.
Clear and approachable communication style.
Responsive and adept at meeting deadlines.
Effective time management skills, adaptable to changing priorities.
Commitment to supporting and fostering team development.

Origin Legal is handling a number of Compliance Solicitor vacancies throughout the South of England. If you are a Solicitor looking to consider your options, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Origin Legal follows strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.