Compliance Manager – Essex

Company: Austen Lloyd
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Location: Essex
Job Description:

Overview

As Compliance Manager, you will shape and sustain the firm’s compliance framework to meet regulatory requirements and internal standards. You will collaborate with leadership to embed a culture of compliance and provide guidance across the organisation. Expect to lead audits, risk assessments, and staff training while acting as the main liaison with regulators. This role offers a meaningful impact within a leading Legal 500 firm and opportunities for growth in a collaborative, hybrid environment.

Pay / Benefits

  • competitive salary
  • comprehensive benefits package
  • career growth and professional development
  • flexible / hybrid working
  • collaborative and inclusive environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and oversee compliance policies and procedures
  • Monitor adherence to legal regulations and internal policies
  • Conduct audits and risk assessments to identify and mitigate risks
  • Provide training and support to staff on compliance issues
  • Serve as main point of contact for regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders
  • Prepare and present compliance reports to senior management

Key requirements

  • Proven experience in a compliance role, ideally within a law firm
  • Strong knowledge of legal compliance regulations and frameworks
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills
  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • analytical thinking
  • clear communication
  • organisational skills
  • knowledge of legal compliance regulations and frameworks
  • audit and risk assessment
  • compliance reporting

Posted: September 14th, 2026