Risk & Compliance Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 03 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £35,000 i £60,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | Negotiable depending on experience plus competitive benefits package |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 02 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | York, North Yorkshire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Bailey Hunter |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | JC3825 |
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Working Pattern: Full-time (with hybrid working)
Experience: 3+ years in a compliance role within a regulated industry
Salary: £35,000 - £60,000 dep on exp + benefits
An established Yorkshire-based law firm is looking to appoint a Risk & Compliance Officer to lead and manage firm-wide compliance and regulatory responsibilities across multiple offices. This is a key role within the organisation, working closely with colleagues across all departments to uphold standards, minimise risk, and drive a culture of regulatory awareness and best practice.
The Role:
This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to shape the firm’s compliance frameworks and make a tangible impact on operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the central point of contact for all compliance and risk matters across
three offices
- Leading internal reviews, audits and file monitoring (including SRA audits)
- Managing AML, CDD, GDPR and sanctions procedures, providing strategic
compliance advice
- Delivering training on risk, compliance and onboarding to new and existing staff
- Reviewing, drafting and maintaining policies in line with evolving regulations
- Managing the client complaints process and supporting with GDPR-related issues
- Overseeing the onboarding process and managing a small onboarding team
- Supporting the development of compliance systems and related technology
What We’re Looking For:
- A Law degree or equivalent qualification (preferred)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a compliance role within the legal profession or a
regulated industry
- Strong working knowledge of SRA, AML, GDPR and related compliance
frameworks
- Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a solutions-focused approach
- Ability to lead confidently while working independently and collaboratively
Benefits Include:
- Bonus scheme (eligibility criteria apply)
- Enhanced annual leave & long service awards
- Structured training and professional development support
- Cycle to Work Scheme & wellbeing initiatives
- Access to legal services (eligibility criteria apply)
- Regular social and team-building events (e.g. colleague of the month, treat days,
Christmas party)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a compliance professional to join a well-respected, people-focused firm with a long-standing reputation in Yorkshire. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and high standards — and you’ll have the autonomy to influence positive change.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team, free from the politics of a multi-office setup, with access to interesting and impactful work from day one.
Apply now with your CV to Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency) on: clairecox@baileyhunter.com for a confidential discussion or via the website: www.baileyhunter.com
Experience: 3+ years in a compliance role within a regulated industry
Salary: £35,000 - £60,000 dep on exp + benefits
An established Yorkshire-based law firm is looking to appoint a Risk & Compliance Officer to lead and manage firm-wide compliance and regulatory responsibilities across multiple offices. This is a key role within the organisation, working closely with colleagues across all departments to uphold standards, minimise risk, and drive a culture of regulatory awareness and best practice.
The Role:
This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to shape the firm’s compliance frameworks and make a tangible impact on operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Acting as the central point of contact for all compliance and risk matters across
three offices
- Leading internal reviews, audits and file monitoring (including SRA audits)
- Managing AML, CDD, GDPR and sanctions procedures, providing strategic
compliance advice
- Delivering training on risk, compliance and onboarding to new and existing staff
- Reviewing, drafting and maintaining policies in line with evolving regulations
- Managing the client complaints process and supporting with GDPR-related issues
- Overseeing the onboarding process and managing a small onboarding team
- Supporting the development of compliance systems and related technology
What We’re Looking For:
- A Law degree or equivalent qualification (preferred)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a compliance role within the legal profession or a
regulated industry
- Strong working knowledge of SRA, AML, GDPR and related compliance
frameworks
- Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a solutions-focused approach
- Ability to lead confidently while working independently and collaboratively
Benefits Include:
- Bonus scheme (eligibility criteria apply)
- Enhanced annual leave & long service awards
- Structured training and professional development support
- Cycle to Work Scheme & wellbeing initiatives
- Access to legal services (eligibility criteria apply)
- Regular social and team-building events (e.g. colleague of the month, treat days,
Christmas party)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a compliance professional to join a well-respected, people-focused firm with a long-standing reputation in Yorkshire. You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and high standards — and you’ll have the autonomy to influence positive change.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team, free from the politics of a multi-office setup, with access to interesting and impactful work from day one.
Apply now with your CV to Claire Cox at Bailey Hunter Ltd (Legal Recruitment Agency) on: clairecox@baileyhunter.com for a confidential discussion or via the website: www.baileyhunter.com