Head of Risk & Compliance

Head of Risk & Compliance This prestigious US law firm housed in stylish new offices near Liverpool Street is seeking a new Head of Risk & Compliance to support the UK and European compliance function. This high-profile role with oversee regulatory compliance, risk management, policy development, training and engagement with regulators, ensuring the firm maintains the highest standards of governance and compliance. What’s On Offer: Generous salary Attractive benefits package Hyrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote) City of London / Liverpool Street Head of Risk & Compliance – What You’ll Be Doing: Lead the day-to-day management of the firm's UK and European risk and compliance function, supporting the COLP, COFA, MLRO and DPO Develop, implement and continually enhance the firm's compliance policies, procedures, systems and risk management framework Act as the primary liaison with regulators, managing investigations, information requests, data protection matters and other regulatory enquiries Monitor regulatory developments, provide expert compliance advice, and ensure the firm remains aligned with legal and regulatory requirements Conduct compliance audits and risk assessments, identifying areas for improvement and driving best practice across the firm Design and deliver training to attorneys and business services staff, fostering a strong culture of compliance Oversee the investigation and reporting of compliance breaches and client complaints, ensuring appropriate regulatory reporting where required Advise on key compliance areas including AML, GDPR, SRA Standards & Regulations, conflicts, anti-bribery and client due diligence Benchmark the firm's compliance framework against market best practice and maintain key compliance documentation, including the London office engagement letter Head of Risk & Compliance – What We’re Looking For: Extensive experience in a similar / compliance role within a law firm is essential Good knowledge of SRA Standards and Regulations, AML rules and procedures, data protection legislation, KYC processes Judgement to balance commercial and compliance risks to achieve positive outcomes Ability to deal with confidential matters with discretion and tact Good IT skills and computer literacy are essential41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15