Job Description

We are acting on behalf of a long-established and highly regarded regional law firm with a strong foothold in the Yorkshire legal market. The firm has a deeply embedded culture of professionalism, integrity and community trust, and continues to enjoy measured growth and a reputation for high-calibre legal services.
As part of their continued evolution, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced and forward-thinking individual to take on a dual-capacity role that blends operational leadership with regulatory oversight. The role of Practice Manager / Risk & Compliance Officer is newly created and offers significant influence at the heart of the business.
This is a pivotal position, designed for someone who thrives in a multi-faceted role and is passionate about embedding a culture of risk awareness, regulatory compliance and operational excellence across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance & Risk Management
-Serve as the primary point of contact for all regulatory, risk, and compliance matters firmwide.
-Oversee AML (Anti-Money Laundering), CDD (Customer Due Diligence), GDPR, and sanctions processes, ensuring full alignment with SRA and broader legal sector standards.
-Lead and deliver internal risk assessments, compliance audits, and file reviews across multiple office locations.
-Draft, review and maintain firm-wide policies and procedures to reflect changes in legislation, SRA guidance, and market best practice.
-Act as liaison during SRA audits and inspections; maintain up-to-date records to demonstrate regulatory compliance.
-Champion a culture of compliance across the firm, promoting continuous improvement and best practice through training and internal communications.
Operational & Strategic Management
-Manage and develop the firm's onboarding and induction process for new staff and lateral hires.
-Oversee a small onboarding and compliance administration team, providing clear direction, support and leadership.
-Evaluate and refine compliance systems and technologies; lead the implementation of new solutions where necessary to enhance monitoring and reporting functions.
-Act as Client Services Manager - handling and resolving client complaints with professionalism and sensitivity.
-Deliver firmwide training sessions and workshops, ensuring all staff are well-versed in regulatory requirements, data protection obligations, and risk mitigation processes.
-Contribute to the wider operational strategy of the firm as a trusted advisor to the Partners, offering risk-based input on key business decisions.
Candidate Profile
The successful candidate will be both operationally astute and commercially aware. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to step into a key strategic role within a progressive legal environment.
Essential Experience & Attributes
-Minimum of 3 years' experience in a compliance, operational or risk-related role within a law firm or another regulated sector (e.g., financial services, professional services).
-Strong working knowledge of SRA regulations, AML legislation, GDPR, and associated risk frameworks.
-Proven ability to influence and educate stakeholders at all levels.
-Excellent communication skills, with a balanced approach to leadership and collaboration.
-Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
-Technologically literate - able to assess and implement compliance tools, systems and workflows.
Desirable
-A legal qualification or law degree (preferred but not essential).
-Prior experience of managing complaints and/or acting as a Client Services lead.
-Familiarity with multi-office structures and the nuances of risk management across different teams and service lines.
Benefits & Culture
-A genuinely supportive and inclusive working environment with a commitment to long-term career development.
-Structured, funded and tailored training opportunities.
-Performance-related bonus scheme.
-Enhanced holiday allowance, including paid closure over the Christmas/New Year period.
-Subsidised city centre parking.
-Long service recognition, including additional leave entitlements.
-Access to subsidised legal services (after 12 months).
-Active wellbeing programme, including mental health support, eye care contributions, team events and volunteering initiatives.
Next Steps
If you are an experienced legal operations or compliance professional seeking a more influential and strategic platform - this is a rare opportunity to align yourself with a stable, well-respected and forward-looking firm. All conversations will be handled in the strictest confidence.
To arrange an exploratory discussion or to submit your interest, please contact us directly on 07378 123456
Company
We are at the forefront of legal recruitment and our team of expert legal recruiters understand the needs of our candidates and clients.
Progression, Case Loads, Expertise
We know that our candidates want progression, manageable case loads, and salaries and benefits which reflect their expertise. We know that their purpose is to help people, work with them to have fair representation, and have ambitious career goals in legal. They want us to work with them to find the best legal jobs.
Integrity, Growth, Brand
Our clients want to run their business within integrity - and that's one of our core values. We work with legal firms to attract and retain the best candidates to help them grow. Brand is something at the heart of the legal sector, so we are focused on advising on employee brand to help with attraction and retention.
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CALL: 0114 2418030
Company info Website Telephone 0114 2418030 Location 51 Clarkegorve Road
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S10 2NH
United Kingdom
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