Risk Lawyer

Sector:Claims & Complaints, Regulatory Risk
Salary/Rate:up to £90,000
Job type:Permanent
Location:Manchester
Region:Greater Manchester
Reference:1293
Post Date:11. 09. 2025
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About the Role

We are working with a dynamic specialist law firm to appoint a Risk Lawyer to join their team in Manchester. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the effective management of risk, compliance and claims handling across the business, while supporting the delivery of high standards for both clients and colleagues. The firm is seeking either a lawyer with litigation or property experience looking to move into compliance, or a compliance professional with strong claims handling expertise.

The responsibilities will include:

  • Taking part in firmwide risk projects to identify areas of improvement and drive change
  • Advising on complex claims matters under the firm’s delegated claims authority
  • Supporting the renewal of professional indemnity insurance
  • Advising on client and third-party complaints
  • Contributing to the delivery of the team’s roadmap and strategy
  • Developing and delivering training on compliance and risk issues

They are looking for candidates with proven experience in law firm compliance, risk management and claims handling, detailed knowledge of the SRA Handbook and Code of Conduct, and strong stakeholder management skills. 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a respected firm in a role that offers variety, responsibility and the chance to make a real impact on quality and client service. If you are ready for the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Not quite right for you? Check out the rest of our risk and compliance roles or give one of our friendly team a call on 0207 117 2542.

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