Senior Risk & Compliance Manager

We’ve partnered with a leading international law firm that’s hiring a Senior Risk & Compliance Manager to join their London Compliance team.

This role will act as the Assistant General Counsel’s deputy, with a focus on complex Financial Crime and AML matters, as well as broader regulatory risk across multiple jurisdictions.

It’s primarily an advisory position rather than a people management role. You’ll have one senior direct report who oversees the juniors in the team, while you’ll serve as a key escalation point and provide strategic oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage financial crime-related activities within the compliance function, working closely with senior team members to ensure timely and consistent support.
• Assist with regulatory obligations, including submitting SARs and handling external compliance queries from clients, suppliers, and regulators.
• Monitor changes in financial crime legislation and industry practices across key jurisdictions, updating internal policies and procedures accordingly.
• Contribute to the oversight and development of junior compliance staff.
• Maintain and update documentation related to financial crime controls, including risk assessments and procedural guidelines across UK, European, and Asian operations.
• Provide regulatory guidance on issues such as confidentiality, client terms, and professional conduct, supporting ad hoc compliance projects as needed.

Applicant Expectations:

• Strong background in advising on financial crime and AML matters
• Prior management experience within a risk and compliance function of a leading law firm
• Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales is preferred but not essential
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

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