Head of Risk & Compliance

Head of Risk & Compliance

This prestigious US law firm housed in stylish new offices near Liverpool Street is seeking a new Head of Risk & Compliance to support the UK and European compliance function. This high-profile role with oversee regulatory compliance, risk management, policy development, training and engagement with regulators, ensuring the firm maintains the highest standards of governance and compliance.

What’s On Offer:

• Generous salary
• Attractive benefits package
• Hyrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)
• City of London / Liverpool Street

Head of Risk & Compliance – What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the day-to-day management of the firm’s UK and European risk and compliance function, supporting the COLP, COFA, MLRO and DPO
• Develop, implement and continually enhance the firm’s compliance policies, procedures, systems and risk management framework
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators, managing investigations, information requests, data protection matters and other regulatory enquiries
• Monitor regulatory developments, provide expert compliance advice, and ensure the firm remains aligned with legal and regulatory requirements
• Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement and driving best practice across the firm
• Design and deliver training to attorneys and business services staff, fostering a strong culture of compliance
• Oversee the investigation and reporting of compliance breaches and client complaints, ensuring appropriate regulatory reporting where required
• Advise on key compliance areas including AML, GDPR, SRA Standards & Regulations, conflicts, anti-bribery and client due diligence
• Benchmark the firm’s compliance framework against market best practice and maintain key compliance documentation, including the London office engagement letter

Head of Risk & Compliance – What We’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in a similar / compliance role within a law firm is essential
• Good knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations, AML rules and procedures, data protection legislation, KYC processes
• Judgement to balance commercial and compliance risks to achieve positive outcomes
• Ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion and tact
• Good IT skills and computer literacy are essential

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