Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a highly respected London law firm with a collaborative culture.Broad risk and compliance role with significant stakeholder exposure.About Our ClientOur client is a highly regarded UK law firm with a strong reputation across a broad range of practice areas. With multiple offices and a collaborative, people-focused culture, the firm has built a successful Risk & Compliance function that plays a central role in supporting the business, managing regulatory obligations and driving best practice across the firm.Job DescriptionThe firm is seeking an experienced Risk & Compliance Lawyer (5+ PQE) to provide support across a broad range of professional risk, regulatory and compliance matters.Reporting directly to the Director of Risk & Compliance, you will assist with the management of professional indemnity claims, complaints handling, regulatory issues and wider risk management initiatives. This role would suit an experienced lawyer with a background in professional indemnity, regulatory compliance, claims handling or law firm risk management.Support the Risk & Compliance team in ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory and professional obligations.Assist with the management of professional indemnity claims, notifications and insurer relationships.Manage client complaints and support any associated litigation matters.Liaise with insurers, brokers, panel solicitors and regulatory bodies.Assess potential risk exposure and advise on mitigation strategies.Manage notifications and reporting requirements under the firm's PII arrangements.Monitor claims trends and prepare management information and reporting.Maintain and develop claims, complaints and risk registers.Advise on conflicts, confidentiality, undertakings and professional conduct matters.Support the COLP and wider Risk & Compliance team on regulatory projects.Assist with data protection, confidentiality and privacy matters where required.Deliver and support training sessions on risk and compliance topics.Monitor developments in legal regulation, professional standards and risk management.The Successful ApplicantQualified Solicitor or Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience.Previous experience within professional indemnity, claims, complaints, regulatory compliance or risk management.Experience gained within a law firm or professional services environment is highly desirable.Strong understanding of SRA Standards and Regulations.Knowledge of data protection, confidentiality and privacy obligations.Excellent drafting, analytical and problem-solving abilities.Confident communicator, comfortable engaging with partners and senior stakeholders.Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Commercially minded with a practical and proportionate approach to risk.High levels of attention to detail, discretion and professional judgement.What's on OfferOpportunity to work directly alongside a highly experienced Director of Risk & Compliance.Broad and varied role covering claims, complaints, regulatory compliance and professional risk.Strong exposure to senior stakeholders, partners and business leaders.Collaborative and supportive working environment.Genuine opportunity to influence risk management practices across the firm.Hybrid working and competitive remuneration package.Excellent platform for further progression within legal risk and compliance.ContactJoe GormanQuote job refJN-102026-7129817Phone number+442072691735Job summaryJob functionComplianceSubsectorRegulatory ComplianceSectorBusiness ServicesWhereInternationalContract typePermanentConsultant nameJoe GormanConsultant phone+442072691735Job referenceJN-102026-7129817
