1,486 Compliance jobs in the United Kingdom

One Ten Associates are partnering with a boutique hedge fund that is looking to hire an experienced Legal & Compliance Manager to join the London office.

You'll be responsible for the day-to-day oversight of both legal and compliance, reporting into the COO (who holds the SMF16/17 functions). This will be a broad role, with exposure across funds, corporate and commercial legal matters along with generalised compliance duties (monitoring, central compliance, advisory and regulatory implementation).

The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with in-house experience, along with compliance knowledge/exposure. Hedge fund experience is ideal and ideally having worked in a small team. We're seeking lawyers with circa 5+ years PQE.

This role will be onsite, 5 days in the office.

Legal Compliance Officer

Job Purpose:

The Legal Compliance Officer ensures that the organization operates within the law and adheres to regulatory standards. This role is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining effective compliance programs, conducting audits, and advising on legal risks and obligations. The officer serves as the primary point of contact for legal and compliance matters across the organization.

Reporting to:

Head of Business Administration

Direct Reports:

None

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Key Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance: Monitor and interpret new and existing laws, regulations, and industry standards relevant to the business.
• Policy Development: Draft, review, and update company policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
• Training & Education: Conduct regular training sessions and workshops to promote compliance awareness among employees.
• Risk Assessment: Identify and assess areas of compliance risk; implement corrective action plans to resolve issues.
• Audits & Investigations: Lead internal audits and compliance reviews; investigate potential compliance violations.
• Reporting: Prepare and submit compliance reports to regulatory agencies and senior management as required.
• Legal Advice: Provide legal counsel on business activities, contracts, and internal operations as needed.
• Liaison Duties: Act as liaison between the company and regulatory/government bodies.
• Ethics & Integrity: Promote a culture of ethics, transparency, and accountability within the organization.

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Personal Attributes:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a compliance, legal, or regulatory role
• Ability to communicate on all levels in a clear and concise manner both verbally and electronically
• Ability to travel outside of the UK as and when required

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Qualification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business, Finance, or related field (JD or equivalent preferred)
• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or similar certification preferred
• Strong knowledge of applicable laws and regulations (e.g., GDPR, SOX, HIPAA, AML, etc.)
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

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Location:

The jobholder is required to be located at Hanwha Vision Europe Ltd, Heriot House, Heriot Road, Chertsey, Surrey, KT16 9DT – Our normal office hours are 09:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday, but the jobholder may be required to work outside of these hours as and when required to meet business needs. The role may also include travel outside of the UK from time to time.

Legal Compliance Manager - Media sector

£70,000 - £80,000 dependent upon experience

London, 2 days a week in the office

Audit & Risk Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a very well known group in the media sector. Our client is a large, highly complex organisation with a challenging Risk profile. This role reports to the Head of Risk Management and will be responsible for managing risks associated with Compliance across the whole business, as well as preparing quality, timely reports for a selection of governance committees.

Key tasks include:

• Taking accountability for compliance risk deliverables and outputs, including the preparation of compliance reports
• Work with stakeholders to identify compliance risk areas and vulnerability. Monitor compliance and assurance activity, and create remediation plans as necessary.
• Draft Executive-level summaries for senior stakeholders detailing compliance issues, findings and outcomes
• Provide insight and analysis to Board-level executives
• Drive a culture of compliance and integrity across the organisation.
• Become an expert in compliance-related risks and activities for the organisation, including staying on top of developments and trends and adapting to business strategy

You will be a legal compliance expert with plenty of in-house experience, preferably gained from the commercial or industrial sectors. You must have a detailed understanding of compliance risk management programmes and what 'good' looks like. You will need excellent written and oral communication skills.

Legal Compliance Manager - Media sector

£70,000 - £80,000 dependent upon experience

London, 2 days a week in the office

Audit & Risk Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a very well known group in the media sector. Our client is a large, highly complex organisation with a challenging Risk profile. This role reports to the Head of Risk Management and will be responsible for managing risks associated with Compliance across the whole business, as well as preparing quality, timely reports for a selection of governance committees.

Key tasks include:

• Taking accountability for compliance risk deliverables and outputs, including the preparation of compliance reports
• Work with stakeholders to identify compliance risk areas and vulnerability. Monitor compliance and assurance activity, and create remediation plans as necessary.
• Draft Executive-level summaries for senior stakeholders detailing compliance issues, findings and outcomes
• Provide insight and analysis to Board-level executives
• Drive a culture of compliance and integrity across the organisation.
• Become an expert in compliance-related risks and activities for the organisation, including staying on top of developments and trends and adapting to business strategy

You will be a legal compliance expert with plenty of in-house experience, preferably gained from the commercial or industrial sectors. You must have a detailed understanding of compliance risk management programmes and what 'good' looks like. You will need excellent written and oral communication skills.

Head of Legal & Compliance Operations

Location: Manchester or London

I’m currently working with an ambitious, fast-growing, tech-led legal practice is seeking a senior leader to join their Executive Committee as Head of Legal & Compliance Operations . You will oversee legal service delivery, regulatory compliance, and governance across the firm. You’ll design and drive high-quality legal operations, lead and mentor our solicitors, legal executives, and paralegals, and ensure best practice.

This role combines strategic influence with hands-on leadership: shaping client service, ensuring regulatory reporting, and embedding a culture of compliance, integrity, and excellence. You’ll be at the forefront of key business decisions as they expand into new service areas, working cross-functionally to support growth while maintaining the highest standards.

My client is looking for an entrepreneurial problem-solver with strong regulatory knowledge, a passion for continuous improvement, and the vision to help them set new benchmarks for the industry.

Qualifications & Experience:

• UK-qualified solicitor with ideally with experience in consumer dispute resolution.
• Senior legal service supervisory and regulatory compliance experience, with experience acting as COLP beneficial.
• Must have experience designing processes and adopting tools to deliver top quality legal services and supervising/monitoring the delivery thereof.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the SRA Standards and Regulations, GDPR, AML regulations, and professional conduct rules.

What’s on offer:

A competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package, flexible working, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven, fast-evolving legal business.

This is an urgent hire, so please reach out for a confidential conversation.

• Develop and implement robust compliance frameworks and policies.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify areas of non-compliance.
• Monitor adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on legal and regulatory matters.
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports as required.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Keep abreast of changes in legislation and advise on necessary business adjustments.

• Law degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven experience in a legal compliance role, preferably within financial services.
• In-depth knowledge of UK financial regulations (e.g., FCA, PRA rules).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities effectively in a remote setting.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Experience with compliance management software is a plus.

• Assist in the development and implementation of compliance policies and procedures.
• Conduct internal reviews and audits to assess compliance with regulations.
• Identify, assess, and report on potential compliance risks.
• Investigate potential breaches of compliance regulations and policies.
• Assist in preparing regulatory filings and reports.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to business units on compliance matters.
• Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation.
• Assist in conducting compliance training for employees.
• Support the legal team on various compliance-related projects.

• University degree in Law, Criminology, Finance, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a legal or compliance role, preferably within financial services.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., FCA, GDPR, AML).
• Excellent analytical and research skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and compliance software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.

Legal Compliance Officer – Harlow Council 

Job Purpose:

To support the Legal Services department with statutory and organisational compliance through the provision of general and specialised activities across all areas of the Service.

The Role:

• To have responsibility for managing requests for information received under FOIA and EIR and to respond on behalf of the Council to all hybrid FOIA requests, seeking support from the Legal Services Manager in cases of complex requests.
• To have responsibility for responding to personal data requests (Subject Access Requests) made under DPA 2018 and GDPR, seeking support from the Legal Services Manager in cases of complex requests.
• To take the lead on managing and responding to internal and third-party personal data sharing requests under DPA 2018 and GDPR, seeking support from the Legal Services Manager in cases of complex requests.
• To be responsible for undertaking processes and requirements for compliance with and reaccreditation of the Legal Service’s LEXCEL accreditation.
• To have responsibility for the processing and prompt