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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 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 payment of invoices in accordance with agreed timescales using the Council’s systems

Duties Include but Not Limited to –

• Access and monitor information requests received under FOIA that require the disclosure of information from multiple departments/services of the Council (“hybrid FOIA requests”) using the Council’s electronic system.
• Ensure that hybrid FOIA requests are answered within the statutory timeframes.
• Draft and send response letter and disclosure of requested information to the FOIA requestor
• Provide advice and assistance to departmental FOI officers in relation to the answering of FOIA requests and any applicable exemptions, seeking support from the Legal Services Manager in cases of complex requests.
• Access and monitor personal data requests (“Subject Access Requests”) under DPA and GDPR using the Council’s electronic system.
• Draft and send the SAR response letter.
• Ensure that personal data requests are answered within the statutory timeframes.

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 payment of invoices in accordance with agreed timescales using the Council’s systems

Duties Include but Not Limited to –

• Access and monitor information requests received under FOIA that require the disclosure of information from multiple departments/services of the Council (“hybrid FOIA requests”) using the Council’s electronic system.
• Ensure that hybrid FOIA requests are answered within the statutory timeframes.
• Draft and send response letter and disclosure of requested information to the FOIA requestor
• Provide advice and assistance to departmental FOI officers in relation to the answering of FOIA requests and any applicable exemptions, seeking support from the Legal Services Manager in cases of complex requests.
• Access and monitor personal data requests (“Subject Access Requests”) under DPA and GDPR using the Council’s electronic system.
• Draft and send the SAR response letter.
• Ensure that personal data requests are answered within the statutory timeframes.

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.

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LEGAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER – TECHNOLOGY COMPANY

LONDON

HYBRID WORKING (2 DAYS IN THE OFFICE, 3 FROM HOME)

PERMANENT ROLE

Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a globally operating, UK headquartered IT services and consulting firm with deep expertise in end-to-end technology solutions in their search for a Legal Compliance Officer to join their Legal team.

This is a newly created and strategically vital role in the business, designed to support our client’s expanding global operations. As part of the Legal Team, you will be responsible for ensuring the organisation adheres to legal standards and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions. You will implement compliance programs, monitor adherence, provide risk-based legal advice, and help shape a compliance-focused culture.

Key Accountabilities:

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure the organisation adheres to corporate governance standards, codes of conduct and relevant laws across all jurisdictions.
• Monitor regulatory developments and interpret their relevance and impact on the business, providing timely advice to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Support the development and application of internal controls to ensure full compliance with all applicable

Legal Risk Management

• Proactively Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks across all the group companies.
• Advise on the legal and regulatory implications of strategic and operational decisions, supporting the business in managing risk appropriately.
• Maintain legal risk register and contribute to companywide risk review.

Policy Oversight and Monitoring

• Where relevant implement and/or maintain key corporate policies owned by the legal team, including but not limited to anti-bribery and corruption, competition, whistleblowing, data protection and ethical conduct.
• Monitor adherence and manage internal reporting mechanisms by liaising with internal Global Risk and Compliance (GRC) function.

Global Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with international legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR, FCPA, local employment laws).
• Liaise with external counsel where jurisdiction-specific advice is needed with approval from line manager.

Insurance

• Communicate insurance arrangements clearly to the legal team, ensuring awareness of coverage, exclusions, and actions required to preserve the integrity of the policies.

Training and Development

• Produce training and guidance on legal issues and corporate policies to the business as appropriate to mitigate risks and implement guidelines and compliance with group legal processes and procedures.
• Ensure legal team members are up to date with regulatory and changes in the law.

Audit Support and Participation

• Participate in internal and external audits relating to legal and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain audit readiness by ensuring all legal compliance documentation, registers, and internal controls are regularly reviewed, updated and accessible.
• Prepare and present relevant compliance materials, including legal registers and policies during audits, with coverage in all relevant areas such as information security, data privacy, environmental law, and health and safety
• Support post-audit activities, including the development and implementation of corrective action plans where findings are identified by internal or external auditors.

About You:

• A university degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).
• Membership in good standing with a nationally recognised legal association such as the SRA in the UK.
• 3+ years of working in an in-house legal department, compliance or risk team.
• Experience participating in or leading the design and implementation of compliance frameworks, policies, and legal risk controls across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with international compliance standards and regulations.
• Working knowledge of ISO standards such as ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 37301 (compliance management), or ISO 9001 (quality management), and their practical application within business operations.
• Understanding of internal control design, maintenance of compliance registers, and participation in internal/external audits.
• Proficient in using legal research tools, compliance management platforms, and document control systems.
• Skilled in drafting and managing corporate policies and procedures to support legal, regulatory, and operational compliance
• Prior experience working in an international business environment is highly desirable.

LEGAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER – TECHNOLOGY COMPANY

LONDON

HYBRID WORKING (2 DAYS IN THE OFFICE, 3 FROM HOME)

PERMANENT ROLE

Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are presently representing a globally operating, UK headquartered IT services and consulting firm with deep expertise in end-to-end technology solutions in their search for a Legal Compliance Officer to join their Legal team.

This is a newly created and strategically vital role in the business, designed to support our client’s expanding global operations. As part of the Legal Team, you will be responsible for ensuring the organisation adheres to legal standards and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions. You will implement compliance programs, monitor adherence, provide risk-based legal advice, and help shape a compliance-focused culture.

Key Accountabilities:

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure the organisation adheres to corporate governance standards, codes of conduct and relevant laws across all jurisdictions.
• Monitor regulatory developments and interpret their relevance and impact on the business, providing timely advice to leadership and relevant stakeholders.
• Support the development and application of internal controls to ensure full compliance with all applicable

Legal Risk Management

• Proactively Identify, assess, and mitigate legal and compliance risks across all the group companies.
• Advise on the legal and regulatory implications of strategic and operational decisions, supporting the business in managing risk appropriately.
• Maintain legal risk register and contribute to companywide risk review.

Policy Oversight and Monitoring

• Where relevant implement and/or maintain key corporate policies owned by the legal team, including but not limited to anti-bribery and corruption, competition, whistleblowing, data protection and ethical conduct.
• Monitor adherence and manage internal reporting mechanisms by liaising with internal Global Risk and Compliance (GRC) function.

Global Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with international legal and regulatory frameworks (e.g. GDPR, FCPA, local employment laws).
• Liaise with external counsel where jurisdiction-specific advice is needed with approval from line manager.

Insurance

• Communicate insurance arrangements clearly to the legal team, ensuring awareness of coverage, exclusions, and actions required to preserve the integrity of the policies.

Training and Development

• Produce training and guidance on legal issues and corporate policies to the business as appropriate to mitigate risks and implement guidelines and compliance with group legal processes and procedures.
• Ensure legal team members are up to date with regulatory and changes in the law.

Audit Support and Participation

• Participate in internal and external audits relating to legal and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain audit readiness by ensuring all legal compliance documentation, registers, and internal controls are regularly reviewed, updated and accessible.
• Prepare and present relevant compliance materials, including legal registers and policies during audits, with coverage in all relevant areas such as information security, data privacy, environmental law, and health and safety
• Support post-audit activities, including the development and implementation of corrective action plans where findings are identified by internal or external auditors.

About You:

• A university degree in Law (LLB or equivalent).
• Membership in good standing with a nationally recognised legal association such as the SRA in the UK.
• 3+ years of working in an in-house legal department, compliance or risk team.
• Experience participating in or leading the design and implementation of compliance frameworks, policies, and legal risk controls across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with international compliance standards and regulations.
• Working knowledge of ISO standards such as ISO 27001 (information security), ISO 37301 (compliance management), or ISO 9001 (quality management), and their practical application within business operations.
• Understanding of internal control design, maintenance of compliance registers, and participation in internal/external audits.
• Proficient in using legal research tools, compliance management platforms, and document control systems.
• Skilled in drafting and managing corporate policies and procedures to support legal, regulatory, and operational compliance
• Prior experience working in an international business environment is highly desirable.

NEW OPPORTUNITY THAT OFFERS GENUINE CAREEER PROGRESSION !

The role is responsible for supporting and enhancing this leading Global Investment business in compliance, company secretarial, and legal functions.

Reporting to the General Counsel, this is a role where you can be guaranteed variety, autonomy and genuine development.

Ideally you will have:

• Ideally you will have some understanding of FCA regulations and compliance processes (regulated financial services experience desirable).
• You will have experience in compliance, legal or company secretarial roles; able to adapt to a broad and varied workload.
• Ability to interpret and communicate regulatory and legal requirements to business stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and attention-to-detail skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence delivering training and advice.
• Experience working with external regulators, advisors and service providers.
• Legal or compliance-related qualifications desirable (e.g. Law degree, ICSA/CGI qualification, ICA compliance certification).

For more information on the ROLE | ORGANISATION | SALARY please contact :

Liz Frost, Director – Frost Legal Limited

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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.

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.