Compliance Manager

We are working with a leading international law firm to hire a Compliance Manager for Europe and Asia, based in London. In this role, you’ll lead on financial crime compliance across multiple jurisdictions, support a team of AML and compliance professionals, and provide high-level legal and regulatory advice to the firm’s international offices.

The firm is looking for a qualified lawyer with at least three years PQE, ideally gained within a law firm compliance team or as a fee earner with regulatory exposure. Previous management experience and strong knowledge of UK and EU financial crime regulations are essential.

The responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the financial crime function and supporting the Risk and Compliance team

• Advising on financial crime, sanctions, bribery, and related risk issues

• Supporting the Assistant General Counsel in MLRO duties and wider compliance matters

• Developing and delivering training programmes across multiple offices

• Leading on audit preparation, risk assessments, and policy development

• Line managing and developing the Risk and Compliance team

• Providing regulatory and compliance advice under SRA and international rules

The successful candidate will be a confident communicator and trusted advisor, capable of influencing at a senior level. You’ll bring strong leadership skills, excellent judgement, and the ability to manage competing priorities across a complex, international environment.

This is a senior leadership opportunity to join a highly regarded global firm that truly values collaboration, inclusivity and professional growth.

If you’re an experienced compliance professional ready to take on a broad, high-impact role within a world-class law firm, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to find out more.

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