Risk and Compliance Manager - Leading top 100 law firm

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Risk and Compliance Manager - Leading law firm
London
Experience:5+ years in risk & compliance - leading a team

We're currently working with a brilliant leading top 100 City Law firm, with a brilliant international client base spanning across multiple jurisdictions. Now looking for someone toj oin them as Risk and Compliance Manager, leading an existing team of Compliance Officers and Senior Officers.

If you thrive in improving processes, tackling complex compliance challenges head-on this could be the perfect opportunity.

Running the central onboarding function, making sure the firm stays on top of regulations and supporting the Head of Compliance with the day to day running of the compliance function. Looking for someone to bring fresh ideas, and help continue to shape the firms compliance strategy and brilliant compliance culture.

The Role?

Managing & mentoring the central onboarding team – leading from the front. Overseeing client & matter onboarding, making sure everything ticks the right compliance boxes. Handling compliance queries and supporting the MLRO. Keeping key registers updated and delivering management reports. Training teams on compliance best practices and firm policies. Running quality checks, reviewing reports, and handling escalations. Driving compliance projects and process improvements.

About you?

5+ years in compliance & risk, ideally in a law firm or financial services.Team leadership experience– you’re great at motivating and managing people.Strong knowledge of AML regulationsand legal risk management.Problem-solverwith a keen eye for detail.Confident communicatorwho can handle sensitive info discreetly. Adegreeand AML qualifications? Big plus!

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