Risk and Compliance Manager

Sacco Mann are recruiting for an experienced Risk and Compliance Manager to join a highly regarded commercial law firm in Leeds. The firm is looking for a driven leader who can support the implementation and driving of risk and compliance strategies across the firm.

The Role

Reporting to the Director of Risk and Compliance, you will be supporting the operational needs of the firm. You will be working within a small team, where you will have direct reports, and you will be responsible for overseeing the day to day running of the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Director of Risk and Compliance in the implementation of risk management frameworks across the firm
• Supporting the delivery of internal and external auditing (ISO 9001,14001 and the CQS), as well as internal file reviews.
• Responsible for the Firm's external accreditations which include but are not limited to ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO27001 (the latter desirable, not mandatory), CQS and SQM.
• Providing training on Risk and Compliance to across the firm where required
• Driving strategic improvements across the firm
• Leading and supporting on all Risk projects

About You

• Previous experience in a similar role (ideally within a legal environment)
• Previous experience of collaborating with internal stakeholders
• Previous experience of managing compliance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• A forward-thinking approach

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working, with 2 days in the office and 3 days from home a week
• 25 days annual leave, with additional bank holidays (which increases long-term with service)
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Life assurance
• Free headspace subscription
• Subsidised city centre parking and annual travel tickets

If you are interested in this Risk and Compliance Manager role in Leeds then please get in touch with Chloe Murphy on 0113 467 9783 to find out more information or if you've a CV to hand, please submit this for review. To hear about other legal opportunities that we have available, please visit our website. Alternatively, if you know anybody who would be suitable for this role then please let them or us know as we offer a reward for successful referral. For full terms, please visit our website.

This position is able to offer a range of salaries as the client has flexibility as to the level of skills required. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will reflect their specific experience, and skills.