Risk & Compliance Executive
Position type: Permanent
Location: Manchester
Sector: Civil litigation
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000
Skills: risk and compliance
Experience: 2 - 4 years of experience required
Job Type: Full Time
Position Description
A leading law firm in Manchester is looking for an experienced Risk & Compliance Executive to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in compliance and civil litigation to play a key role in mitigating regulatory risks and exposures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) in handling claims, complaints, Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), and associated litigation.
- Support the COLP in mitigating regulatory risks and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
- Manage compliance-related tasks and ensure that internal processes are up-to-date with current regulations and standards.
- Provide advice and guidance to fee earners and other departments regarding risk management and compliance matters.
- Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and other governing bodies.
Requirements:
- Strong experience in compliance and civil litigation is essential.
- Ideally, the successful candidate will be qualified (legal executive, solicitor etc).
- Excellent knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance procedures.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Flexible Working & Benefits:
- Part-time hours (4 days or shortened hours) considered, making this an ideal role for returners to work.
- The firm offers a competitive salary, a generous bonus scheme, a range of fantastic benefits, and flexible working arrangements.
If you have a strong compliance/civil litigation background and are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment as a risk & compliance executive, apply today!
To apply, please submit your details via the contact page, or contact Justine Stevens on LinkedIn
