Risk and Compliance Manager

Job Description: Risk and Compliance Manager Location: Bristol Firm: Legal 500 Law Firm Salary: DOE Circa up to £80K Hybrid working: 2- 3 -days WFH An established UK law firm is expanding their Risk & Compliance function and is seeking two experienced Managers to join a growing central team. The roles report into a senior risk lawyer and offer exposure to high-level, firm-wide risk and compliance matters.You will act as key escalation point for complex and higher-risk issues, while also managing a broad portfolio of risk, compliance and best-practice projects. This is a varied and influential role suited to someone confident advising senior stakeholders in a professional services environment.RESPONSIBILITIES Advising partners and staff on complex risk and compliance issues, including professional standards, ethics, regulatory requirements, data protection and conflicts Supporting senior risk leadership in embedding a strong culture of compliance across the firm Leading risk and compliance projects and advising on the risk aspects of new business initiatives Producing and analysing risk and compliance data to identify trends and areas for improvement Updating core firm documentation, policies and guidance materials Designing and delivering tailored risk and compliance training to practice groups Monitoring regulatory and legal developments impacting the firm Escalating higher-risk matters to governance committees and preparing briefing papers Coaching and supporting junior team membersREQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Must have experience working within risk and compliance function in a Law firm. Strong understanding of the legal and regulatory framework governing legal practice Excellent communication, drafting and analytical skills with strong attention to detail Qualified solicitor with a current practising certificate (desirable) Legal or compliance qualifications (desirable) Experience managing or mentoring others (desirable)Benefits & Working Environment Bonus structure - Firmwide and personal. Career development At least 25 days holiday + bank holiday + Christmas off + buy or sell 1 week Life assurance policy Additional enhanced leave. Hybrid working and flexible working arrangements with a focus on work life balance. Discounted legal services Loads more!For more details please contact: Reference: CWS584