Compliance Manager - Full service City firm

Compliance Manager London Hybrid (3 days in office) We're working with a well-established full service city firm that's looking to bring on board an experienced Compliance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day regulatory compliance. This is a key, hands-on role within the business, offering real influence, senior stakeholder exposure, and a clear path to assuming MLCO / MLRO responsibilities.The Role?You'll act as a trusted compliance partner to senior management, ensuring the firm operates in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.

• Own and manage day-to-day compliance across the firm
• Ensure adherence to SRA Standards & Regulations, AML legislation, and Data Protection (UK GDPR)
• Support the firm's COLP and senior leadership team
• Act as the go-to point of contact for compliance queries
• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures
• Deliver compliance and regulatory training to staff
• Monitor regulatory developments and implement changes proactively
• Conduct file reviews, internal audits, and risk assessments
• Maintain compliance registers and prepare management reports
• Step into MLCO / MLRO responsibilities

About you?

• Proven experience in a Compliance Officer / Compliance Manager role within a legal practice
• Strong, practical knowledge of SRA regulations
• Solid understanding of AML frameworks and procedures
• Comprehensive knowledge of Data Protection / UK GDPR
• Experience delivering compliance training
• Confidence managing regulatory risk and advising senior stakeholders
• Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills

What's in it for you? Progression into MLRO/MLCO role High impact role with ownership Opportunity to be part of shaping and building a compliance function Hybrid working Great firm wide benefitsInterested?Know someone great?Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation