Head of Legal Compliance

This role is pivotal in ensuring the firm’s compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, maintaining our professional integrity, and managing risk effectively. The list of responsibilities for this role is significant. Whilst not an exhaustive list, the following key duties will give some insight into the opportunity on offer:

• Maintain/improve the Firm’s compliance framework, ensuring adherence to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Standards and Regulations.
• Act as a key advisor to the COLP and the Board on compliance-related matters.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations, ensuring the Firm remains up to date and compliant, including general statutory and regulatory issues.
• Maintain and monitor the Firm’s risk registers.
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Draft, review, and update policies and procedures to ensure best practices in compliance.
• Oversee and manage the complaints process for the Firm and liaise with the Legal Ombudsman and SRA concerning any relevant matters.

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