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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