Job Description

o Salary up to 42,000

o Excellent compliance team and law firm culture

o Full-time position based in Chester

We're working with a highly regarded UK200-listed law firm who are looking for a Risk & Compliance Officer to join their team in Chester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong AML and regulatory compliance experience, ideally gained within a law firm or banking environment, to play a vital role in supporting the business and ensuring operational and regulatory excellence.

You'll be working closely with the Compliance Manager/MLRO, acting as a key point of contact for daily compliance and AML queries across the firm. This is a hands-on role suited to a confident and detail-oriented professional who enjoys problem-solving and collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities include:

Responding to day-to-day AML and compliance queries including source of funds, GDPR, and firm policy Liaising with PI insurers and brokers to handle claims and notifications Recording complaints, data breaches and undertakings using the firm's internal reporting systems Conducting regular compliance file reviews across fee-earning teams Coordinating and submitting annual returns for accreditations such as Lexcel, CQS and WIQs Supporting with file opening processes to ensure consistent compliance practices across the business Maintaining accurate regulatory records and liaising with the SRA and Law Society as required

What we need from you:

Previous AML and regulatory compliance knowledge Previous experience in a busy compliance function, ideally within legal or financial services Able to commute to Chester on a full time basis

The Perks:

Salary up to 42,000 per annum Generous annual leave allowance (increasing with service) Enhanced pension and healthcare scheme Death in service benefit (4x salary) Volunteering days, holiday buy/sell scheme, and other lifestyle benefits Opportunities for training and career development
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance Referral programme Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Application question(s):

Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Are you based within a commutable distance of Chester, and happy being in the office 5 days a week? Does your compliance experience cover AML, Source of funds & Sanctions?
Work Location: In person