Compliance Manager - Hybrid (Durham Office Base)
Hybrid · Durham, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead compliance, AML and risk management for EMG Solicitors as Compliance Manager & MLRO. Act as the firm’s MLRO, oversee AML/regulatory compliance, risk frameworks, and audits across the firm; prepare and review PWRA; advise on client/matter risk assessments and due diligence; manage SARs and liaise with regulators (SRA, etc.); drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement; role is based in the Durham office with occasional travel to other offices; hybrid work arrangement with flexible delivery of duties.
Required Qualifications
- Essential: Strong knowledge of the SRA Standards and Regulations and Money Laundering Regulations 2017 (as amended).
- Essential: Experience carrying out risk assessments and implementing risk mitigation measures.
- Essential: Experience working within a compliance, risk, AML or regulatory role.
- Essential: Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and produce meaningful reports.
- Essential: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Essential: High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
- Essential: The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Essential: Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Essential: A proactive, investigative and solutions-focused approach.
Additional Requirements
- Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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