Compliance Manager 
 Sussex
Up to £65k

Join a leading regional law firm to lead on AML For the firm. You'll join a well established compliance function and play a key strategic role in guiding partners and fee earners whilst helping shape firm-wide compliance culture.

The role?

• Lead AML and financial-crime compliance firm-wide
• Update policies & procedures to meet UK regulations
• Provide AML and sanctions guidance to fee-earners
• Deliver AML induction & refresher training
• Manage internal AML audits and liaise with Teal Compliance
• Handle reports to the National Crime Agency (NCA)
• Support quality accreditations (Lexcel, CQS)
• Assist with M&A due diligence from an AML perspective
• Partner with Risk & Compliance leadership on internal audits and investigations

About you?

Strong AML / financial-crime background (legal sector ideal)
Deep knowledge of MLR 2017, Bribery Act 2010, Criminal Finances Act 2017, SRA Code
Organised, analytical, and clear communicator
Confident with senior stakeholders
Ethical, discreet, methodical

What's in it for you?

Up to £65k salary
Hybrid working (flexibility)
25 days holiday + BHs + Christmas closure + Birthday off
️ Life assurance & healthcare
Pension scheme & travel loans

Interested?

Reach out let's have a confidential conversation.

Know someone who could be great for this role?

We also offer referral fees too - Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com