Risk and Compliance Manager

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Risk and Compliance Manager (NEW ROLE)
Location: Wiltshire & Somerset
Salary Guide: £55,000 £70,000 DOE + benefits
TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm with multiple offices across Wiltshire and Somerset, to appoint a Risk and Compliance Manager. This is a newly created role, reflecting the firms continued growth and commitment to best practice, governance, and regulatory excellence.
The Role
The Risk and Compliance Manager will play a key role in safeguarding the firm by identifying, assessing, and managing legal, regulatory, and operational risks. You will ensure the firm operates in full compliance with all relevant regulations, professional standards, and internal policies, while supporting partners and staff with practical, commercial advice.
This is a senior and influential position, offering the opportunity to shape and strengthen the firms risk and compliance framework across multiple offices and departments.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee and manage the firms risk and compliance framework
Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, AML requirements, GDPR, and internal policies
Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and regulatory risks across the business
Develop, implement, and maintain policies and procedures
Advise partners and senior management on compliance and risk matters
Manage audits, regulatory reviews, and internal investigations where required
Deliver training and guidance to staff on risk, compliance, and best practice
Act as a key point of contact for regulatory bodies and external advisors
Experience Required
Proven experience in a Risk and Compliance Manager role (or similar) within a law firm or professional services environment
Strong working knowledge of SRA regulations, AML, GDPR, and regulatory compliance frameworks
Experience developing and embedding policies and procedures
Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level
Strong attention to detail with a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
The Firm
With a range of offices across Wiltshire and Somerset, this firm offers a fantastic opportunity to work across a variety of locations, environments, and departments.
The culture is genuinely people-focused. As a team, they regularly hold local events where everyone is invited to step away from their desks and enjoy time together. These include:
A summer afternoon party with food, music, and family-friendly fun
A winter celebration
Charity events such as lunches, dress-down days, book swaps, and cake sales
Why Apply?
Newly created role with real influence and autonomy
Competitive salary and benefits package
Supportive, friendly, and inclusive firm culture
Opportunity to shape compliance strategy across a growing firm
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact TSR Legal : 02920 388100

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Location:
Chippenham
Salary:
£70,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Finance

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