Risk & Compliance Manager - Oxford / Bath
Risk & Compliance ManagerLocation: Oxford or Bath (Hybrid Working Available)The RoleWe are working with a leading Top 100 UK law firm seeking a Risk & Compliance Manager to join their established team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding the firm's regulatory and data protection framework, supporting a culture of compliance and best practice across the business.The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on risk and compliance matters, with particular emphasis on data protection, data security, and regulatory obligations within the legal sector.Key ResponsibilitiesAdvising on compliance with SRA Standards & Regulations and other applicable legal sector frameworksLeading on data protection and GDPR compliance, including breach management and DPIAsSupporting and developing the firm's risk management frameworkActing as a key point of contact for data security and information governance queriesDelivering training to staff on compliance, risk, and data protection mattersAssisting with audits, file reviews, and regulatory reportingKeeping up to date with regulatory changes affecting law firms and implementing necessary updatesCandidate ProfileExperience working in risk & compliance within a UK law firmStrong understanding of data protection, GDPR, and data security best practiceKnowledge of SRA regulations and codes of conductExcellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levelsHighly organised with strong analytical and problem-solving abilitiesQualificationsWe welcome applications from:Qualified solicitors, ORNon-qualified professionals with demonstrable experience in legal risk & complianceWhy Apply?Join a highly regarded Top 100 UK firm with a strong reputationWork in a collaborative and supportive risk & compliance teamFlexible working with choice of Oxford or Bath officeOpportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing and evolving functionContact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this role if you are interested in making an application.
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