Overview
In this role you will lead risk and compliance efforts for a premier Devon law firm, shaping the framework to manage strategic, operational and regulatory risk. You will collaborate with the Management team to ensure robust systems and controls are in place, supporting a proactive risk culture. You’ll tackle a broad remit in a dynamic, award-winning environment with clear progression pathways. This opportunity suits an experienced professional who thrives in a forward-thinking, client-facing legal setting.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee all strategic, operational and regulatory risk management activities
- Collaborate with Management to ensure effective systems and controls across the firm
- Develop and maintain risk and compliance policies and governance frameworks
- Provide guidance on regulatory issues and assurance activities
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
- Take on new responsibilities and drive improvements in risk practices
Key requirements
- Previous experience in risk and compliance in a legal setting
- Excellent attention to detail
- Confident in building relationships with clients
- Willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
- attention to detail
- relationship building
- proactive mindset
- risk management
- legal regulatory compliance
- governance and controls
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