Compliance Manager
QED Legal
| Company | QED Legal |
| Category | Legal & Compliance |
| Location | Cardiff |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | GBP 40k–50k |
| Posted | 28 Jul 2026 |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Risk & Compliance Manager
Cardiff / Bristol
Hybrid working
We're working with a well-established, multi-service law firm that is looking to appoint an experienced Risk & Compliance Manager to support the senior leadership team
This is a fantastic opportunity for an established compliance professional looking to take ownership of a broad, varied role, working closely with senior leadership to drive the firm's risk and compliance strategy while supporting fee earners across the business.
The Role?
As Risk & Compliance Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the firm continues to meet its regulatory obligations while embedding a strong culture of compliance across the business.
• Managing the firm's day-to-day risk and compliance function.
• Acting as a key point of contact for regulatory and compliance queries.
• Overseeing AML, client due diligence and ongoing monitoring processes.
• Managing conflicts of interest and confidentiality issues.
• Supporting the firm's COLP and senior leadership on regulatory matters.
• Reviewing, developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures.
• Delivering compliance training to colleagues across the firm.
• Conducting file reviews, audits and monitoring activities.
• Investigating compliance breaches and recommending improvements.
• Monitoring regulatory developments and ensuring the firm's processes remain compliant.
• Producing management information and compliance reports for senior stakeholders.
• Supporting wider business projects, accreditations and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You?
• Previous experience working within legal risk and compliance, in SRA regulated firm
• A strong understanding of the SRA Standards and Regulations.
• Good working knowledge of AML legislation, CDD, KYC and sanctions requirements.
• Experience carrying out file reviews and compliance monitoring.
• The confidence to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
What's in it for you?
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing law firm.
• Broad, varied role with genuine autonomy.
• Exposure to strategic compliance projects alongside day-to-day operational work.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working available.
Interested?
Know someone who could be great?
Reach out, let's have a confidential conversation
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