Risk and Compliance Manager (Legal)
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- England,West Midlands,Birmingham
- Full Time, Permanent
- £60,000 - £80,000 per annum
Job Description:
Risk & Compliance Manager - Legal Services
Birmingham (Hybrid)
Full-time
£65,000-£80,000 DOE
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to join the growing in-house legal and compliance team of this highly regarded law firm. This is a key role responsible for leading compliance initiatives, overseeing data protection, and ensuring the firm meets all regulatory obligations.
You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to manage risk frameworks, support regulatory engagement, and drive a strong culture of compliance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead data protection activities, including audits, DPIAs and breach management
*Maintain and develop risk registers and support quarterly Risk Committee reporting
*Act as a key contact for regulators (e.g. SRA, ICO, FCA)
*Manage incident reporting, investigations and escalation
*Oversee insurance claims and policy renewals
*Develop and deliver compliance training across the firm
*Continuously improve policies, procedures and controls
About You
*Experience in compliance within a law firm, in-house or regulatory environment
*Strong knowledge of data protection and risk management frameworks
*Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
*Proactive, solutions-focused and able to manage competing priorities
Why Join?
*Well regarded, highly entrepreneurial firm
*Hybrid working model (3 days in the Birmingham office the rest from home)
*Competitive salary + bonus (£65000 - £80000+)
*Comprehensive benefits package
*Inclusive, collaborative culture, supportive team
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Birmingham (Hybrid)
Full-time
£65,000-£80,000 DOE
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to join the growing in-house legal and compliance team of this highly regarded law firm. This is a key role responsible for leading compliance initiatives, overseeing data protection, and ensuring the firm meets all regulatory obligations.
You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to manage risk frameworks, support regulatory engagement, and drive a strong culture of compliance across the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead data protection activities, including audits, DPIAs and breach management
*Maintain and develop risk registers and support quarterly Risk Committee reporting
*Act as a key contact for regulators (e.g. SRA, ICO, FCA)
*Manage incident reporting, investigations and escalation
*Oversee insurance claims and policy renewals
*Develop and deliver compliance training across the firm
*Continuously improve policies, procedures and controls
About You
*Experience in compliance within a law firm, in-house or regulatory environment
*Strong knowledge of data protection and risk management frameworks
*Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills
*Proactive, solutions-focused and able to manage competing priorities
Why Join?
*Well regarded, highly entrepreneurial firm
*Hybrid working model (3 days in the Birmingham office the rest from home)
*Competitive salary + bonus (£65000 - £80000+)
*Comprehensive benefits package
*Inclusive, collaborative culture, supportive team
At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.
By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Job number 3552168
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Company Details:
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Company size: 100–249 employees
Industry: Recruitment Consultancy
Gleeson Recruitment Group was set up by the three Directors in 2011, with the vision of creating a business founded on trust, transparency and integri...