Compliance Officer

Sector:AML & Conflicts, Regulatory Risk
Salary/Rate:Up to £50,000
Job type:Permanent
Location:Cardiff
Region:Glamorgan
Reference:1469
Post Date:21. 01. 2026
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About the Role

We are working with a growing law firm to recruit a Compliance Officer to join their team, based in Cardiff.

In this role, you’ll support the Managing Partner and COLP in maintaining strong, effective compliance standards across the firm. You’ll take ownership of regulatory and risk management activities, playing a key role in embedding best practice, identifying and managing risk, and supporting the business as it continues to develop.

The firm is looking for someone with strong regulatory and compliance knowledge who is confident operating independently while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business.

The responsibilities will include:

  • Managing regulatory and risk management activities across the firm
  • Leading the annual review and update of policies and procedures, including the Practice Wide Risk Assessment
  • Identifying risk areas and designing, implementing, and monitoring appropriate controls
  • Conducting regular file reviews and reporting findings
  • Identifying training needs, maintaining training records, and delivering compliance training including AML
  • Producing monthly compliance reports for the management team
  • Driving continuous improvement in compliance standards and working practices

This is a great opportunity to take on a broad, influential compliance role with real ownership and visibility, where you can make a tangible impact on how compliance operates across the business. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Ref: 1469

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