Senior Compliance Lawyer – Midlands

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Senior Compliance Lawyer – Midlands

Published
15/04/2026
Location
Midlands, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Type Of Lawyer
  • Compliance Manager
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-52939
Area of Law
  • Regulatory & Compliance
Contact Email
lauren.eager@qedlegal.com
Contact
Lauren Eager
Contact Phone
07854 723109
Region
West Midlands

Description

Senior Compliance Solicitor
Derby (Occasional travel to other offices)
 Hybrid working

I’m working with a specialist, growing law firm looking to appoint a Senior Compliance Solicitor into the team in a key hire for the business. With a focus on building a strong proactive compliance function.

This is a high-impact position reporting directly to the COLP, with real influence across governance, risk strategy, and regulatory compliance. A firm with a great compliance culture from top down

The Role?

  • Firm-wide risk management frameworks & compliance oversight
  • SRA, GDPR & AML compliance
  • Internal audits, breach reporting & board-level updates
  • Policy development and implementation across multiple offices
  • Acting as the go-to escalation point for complex compliance matters

Exposure to contentious probate or high-risk casework is highly desirable.

About you?

  • Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (England & Wales)
  • Strong background in legal compliance / risk / regulatory roles
  • Understanding of SRA Standards & governance frameworks
  • Confident working with senior stakeholders and influencing decision-making
  • Experience drafting policies, audits, and delivering training

What's in it for you?

  • Genuine strategic influence at senior level
  • Opportunity to shape compliance across a growing multi-site firm
  • Scope to progress in the firm as they grow
  • Visible role with direct input into board-level decisions
  • Hybrid working 
  • Strong firm wide benefits

Interested?

Know someone who could be great?

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