Compliance Officer for Legal Practice, COLP

Job Overview

QED Legal, a global professional services firm, is seeking a Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) to join its Cheshire office. This position is primarily focused on ensuring that the legal practice complies with the SRA Standards and Regulations. The role encompasses a blend of responsibilities that contribute to maintaining a strong compliance framework and fostering a proactive risk management culture within the law firm.

Responsibilities

As a Compliance Officer for Legal Practice, you will undertake the following key responsibilities:

• Maintain compliance with the firm's SRA authorisation requirements and regulatory obligations.
• Monitor compliance throughout the business and provide guidance to managers, employees, and stakeholders on regulatory matters.
• Identify, manage, and escalate potential breaches or areas of regulatory risk.
• Provide guidance on SRA Standards and Regulations, continuously improving compliance processes.
• Report relevant matters to the SRA when necessary.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and the wider business to instill a proactive compliance culture.

This role is significant within a boutique SRA-regulated law firm, especially as it supports a private client practice. Your efforts will directly contribute to maintaining the firm's regulatory standards and compliance integrity.

Required Skills

To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications and skills:

• Qualified solicitor status with a minimum of 5 years PQE gained within an SRA-regulated law firm.
• At least 2 years of experience serving as a COLP.
• Strong knowledge of the SRA Standards and Regulations alongside law firm compliance requirements.
• Confidence to advise and challenge at the Board and senior management levels.
• Exceptional communication, organisation, and prioritisation skills.
• A proactive approach with the ability to work autonomously.

What’s in it for You?

This opportunity provides several benefits for potential candidates:

• Join a highly regarded global professional services organisation and be part of a specialist legal practice where compliance is esteemed.
• Opportunity to influence compliance strategy, engaging closely with senior stakeholders to shape the compliance framework.
• Play a crucial role in maintaining regulatory standards, ensuring the firm's adherence to compliance requirements.
• Enjoy a hybrid working model, providing flexibility in your working environment.
• Benefit from generous annual leave, healthcare cash plans, and various wellbeing perks.

Ideal Candidates

QED Legal is particularly interested in candidates who are experienced COLPs, Compliance Managers, Heads of Risk & Compliance, or solicitors with a strong background in regulatory experience. If you are looking for your next challenge and possess the relevant experience, this role might be the perfect fit.

Conclusion

This position represents a fantastic opportunity for a seasoned compliance professional looking to make a significant impact within the legal sphere. Your contributions will not only help maintain the compliance standards of the firm but also empower you to collaborate closely with senior leaders and shape the regulatory approach of a respected global firm.

If you are interested or know someone who might be, feel free to reach out for further discussions.

This job offer was originally published on jooble.com