About the job
We are seeking an experienced Senior Risk and Compliance Lawyer to join a well-established law firm on an interim basis. This role will work closely with senior leadership to support risk management, governance, and regulatory compliance across the firm.
Key Details:
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Initial 3 months (with potential to extend)
- Rate: £Daily rate
- Working Pattern: Full-time (flexibility to consider 4 days)
- Location: Hybrid/London (2–3 days per week)
- Equipment: Candidates must provide their own laptop
Key Responsibilities
- Working closely with the COLP / General Counsel on risk management and governance issues across the Firm, exercising discretion and sound judgement.
- Leading on risk management processes, including the design, implementation, and improvement of procedures, assessments, and audit frameworks.
- Monitoring regulatory developments and advising on their impact, ensuring timely updates to Firm policies and processes.
- Supporting investigations and providing regulatory and legal advice to Partners, lawyers, and senior operational stakeholders.
- Advising on stakeholder relationships from a legal and regulatory perspective.
- Contributing to operational strategy within the Risk Department and collaborating on Firm‑wide initiatives.
- Supporting risk and governance matters across international offices and consultancy businesses within the Group.
- Managing, mentoring, and developing junior colleagues within the team.
- Preparing and delivering training to promote the Firm’s risk management and compliance culture.
Requirements
- Strong experience in risk, compliance, and governance within a legal or professional services environment
- Experience working closely with senior stakeholders (e.g. General Counsel / COLP)
- Ability to balance commercial awareness with regulatory requirements