Compliance Manager - Full service City firm

  • qed legal
  • Feb 25, 2026
Full time Banking Finance

Job Description

Compliance Manager London Hybrid (3 days in office) We're working with a well-established full service city firm that's looking to bring on board an experienced Compliance Manager to take ownership of day-to-day regulatory compliance. This is a key, hands-on role within the business, offering real influence, senior stakeholder exposure, and a clear path to assuming MLCO / MLRO responsibilities.The Role?You'll act as a trusted compliance partner to senior management, ensuring the firm operates in line with regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
  • Own and manage day-to-day compliance across the firm
  • Ensure adherence to SRA Standards & Regulations, AML legislation, and Data Protection (UK GDPR)
  • Support the firm's COLP and senior leadership team
  • Act as the go-to point of contact for compliance queries
  • Develop, implement, and maintain compliance policies and procedures
  • Deliver compliance and regulatory training to staff
  • Monitor regulatory developments and implement changes proactively
  • Conduct file reviews, internal audits, and risk assessments
  • Maintain compliance registers and prepare management reports
  • Step into MLCO / MLRO responsibilities
About you?
  • Proven experience in a Compliance Officer / Compliance Manager role within a legal practice
  • Strong, practical knowledge of SRA regulations
  • Solid understanding of AML frameworks and procedures
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Data Protection / UK GDPR
  • Experience delivering compliance training
  • Confidence managing regulatory risk and advising senior stakeholders
  • Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
What's in it for you? Progression into MLRO/MLCO role High impact role with ownership Opportunity to be part of shaping and building a compliance function Hybrid working Great firm wide benefitsInterested?Know someone great?Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation