Audit/Compliance Executive

A leading law firm in Manchester is looking for an experienced Risk & Compliance Executive to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in compliance and civil litigation to play a key role in mitigating regulatory risks and exposures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) in handling claims, complaints, Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), and associated litigation.
• Support the COLP in mitigating regulatory risks and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Manage compliance-related tasks and ensure that internal processes are up-to-date with current regulations and standards.
• Provide advice and guidance to fee earners and other departments regarding risk management and compliance matters.
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) and other governing bodies.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in compliance and civil litigation is essential.
• Ideally, the successful candidate will be qualified (legal executive, solicitor etc).
• Excellent knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance procedures.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Flexible Working & Benefits:

• Part-time hours (4 days or shortened hours) considered, making this an ideal role for returners to work.
• The firm offers a competitive salary, a generous bonus scheme, a range of fantastic benefits, and flexible working arrangements.

If you have a strong compliance/civil litigation background and are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment as a risk & compliance executive, apply today!