Description
Compliance Officer
Manchester
Hybrid - 3 days in office
We're currently working with a fabulous growing full-service boutique law firm in Manchester. A firm renowned for it's exceptional quality work, and competing with those top 100 firms across the city too.
As part of the growth plan of the firm they're now looking to expand their Compliance function further too. with a close knit team they're looking to add someone senior into the team to report into the Head of Compliance.
The Role?
You will work closely with leadership, and advise on AML, Business acceptance, risk assessments, policies & procedures and more. Working closely with the junior analysts to act as an escalation point.
- Leading AML and business acceptance processes, including client and matter risk assessments
- Acting as a subject-matter expert on AML, onboarding, and ongoing monitoring
- Responding to firm wide compliance queries, from fee earners and partners.
- Drafting, reviewing, and maintaining policies and procedures
- Supporting firm-wide risk assessments, internal reviews, and audit readiness
- Delivering compliance training, mentoring, and day-to-day support to the business
About you?
- Minimum 4 years in Legal Compliance (ideally a generalist role)
- Deep knowledge of Money Laundering regulations
- Strong communication skills
- Broader risk and compliance exposure
What's in it for you?
Growing compliance function
Competitive Salary
Hybrid & Flexible working
Great company wide benefits
Opportunity for internal progression
Interested?
Know someone who could be brilliant?
Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation
Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com