Risk & Compliance Manager

Artariaquartet; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Risk and Compliance Manager to oversee their compliance framework. This role is pivotal in ensuring adherence to SRA regulations, AML, and GDPR while promoting best practices within the firm. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in risk management within legal settings and demonstrate strong communication skills. Enjoy a supportive culture and the chance to shape compliance strategies across the business.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive and friendly culture

Opportunity for local events and community involvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing risk and compliance within a professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks such as AML and GDPR.
• Confident communicator with senior-level influence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the firm’s risk and compliance framework.
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, and internal policies.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures.

Skills

Proven experience in a Risk and Compliance Manager role

Strong working knowledge of SRA regulations

Confident communicator

Attention to detail

Job description

Risk and Compliance Manager (NEW ROLE)

Location: Wiltshire & Somerset

Salary Guide: £55,000 £70,000 DOE + benefits

TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm with multiple offices across Wiltshire and Somerset, to appoint a Risk and Compliance Manager. This is a newly created role, reflecting the firm’s continued growth and commitment to best practice, governance, and regulatory excellence.

The Role

The Risk and Compliance Manager will play a key role in safeguarding the firm by identifying, assessing, and managing legal, regulatory, and operational risks. You will ensure the firm operates in full compliance with all relevant regulations, professional standards, and internal policies, while supporting partners and staff with practical, commercial advice.

This is a senior and influential position, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the firm’s risk and compliance framework across multiple offices and departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the firm’s risk and compliance framework
• Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, GDPR, and internal policies
• Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across the business
• Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures
• Advise partners and senior management on compliance and risk matters
• Manage audits, regulatory reviews, and internal investigations where required
• Deliver training and guidance to staff on risk, compliance, and best practice
• Act as a key point of contact for regulatory bodies and external advisors

Experience Required

• Proven experience in a Risk and Compliance Manager role (or similar) within a law firm or professional services environment
• Strong working knowledge of SRA regulations, AML, GDPR, and regulatory compliance frameworks
• Experience developing and embedding policies and procedures
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level
• Strong attention to detail with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

The Firm

With a range of offices across Wiltshire and Somerset, this firm offers a fantastic opportunity to work across a variety of locations, environments, and departments.

The culture is genuinely people-focused. As a team, they regularly hold local events where everyone is invited to step away from their desks and enjoy time together. These include:

• A summer afternoon party with food, music, and family-friendly fun
• A winter celebration
• Charity events such as lunches, dress-down days, book swaps, and cake sales

Why Apply?

• Newly created role with real influence and autonomy
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Supportive, friendly, and inclusive firm culture
• Opportunity to shape compliance strategy across a growing firm

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact TSR Legal : 02920 388100