Compliance jobs


Compliance jobs for a wide variety of companies, and across multiple disciplines including data protection, ethics and governance. Positions frequently offered at all levels from analysts through to directors. 

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Compliance Systems Manager

We’re working with a prestigious international law firm that’s hiring a Compliance Systems Manager to join their London-based Risk & Compliance function. This role sits within the firm’s New Business Intake team and will play a pivotal part in managing and enhancing the systems that underpin client onboarding, regulatory compliance, and risk management processes across […]
  • Posted Posted 3 weeks ago

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Interim Financial Crime Lawyer / Advisor

Responsibilities include: – Assisting the firm with obligations to combat financial crime (AML, ABC, anti-fraud and sanctions compliance) – Assist fee-earners with complex clearances – Review firm policies – Assist with training on financial crime Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all […]
  • Salary £100000 – £125000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 4 weeks ago

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Senior Financial Crime Advisor

We’re working with a global law firm seeking a Senior Financial Crime Advisor to join their Compliance function in London. The Financial Crime team plays a key role in helping the firm meet its obligations across AML, sanctions, anti-bribery, and broader financial crime regulations. The team develops and maintains policies, conducts risk assessments, delivers training, […]
  • Posted Posted 1 month ago

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Compliance Specialist

We’re partnering with an elite international law firm to recruit a Compliance Specialist. This role will primarily oversee client and matter onboarding in the Paris office, while also providing support to teams in the Middle East and Germany. The focus is on ensuring all onboarding processes comply with the firm’s AML, client due diligence, and […]
  • Salary £60000 – £80000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 month ago

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Healthcare M&A in the US: Strategic shifts and the rising demand for General Counsel talent

  • Posted October 31, 2025
The US healthcare industry is booming, driven by a surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity. From hospital systems consolidating to private equity firms targeting specialty practices, the landscape is being reshaped by strategic M&A deals aimed at improving operational efficiency, expanding market share and adapting to evolving care models. This wave of dealmaking is […]
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Exit-ready legal teams: how interim GCs prepare portfolio companies for sale

  • Posted October 29, 2025
In private equity and venture capital, hiring the right legal team is critical, especially as exits approach and timing, preparation, and legal strategy converge to shape the outcome. As portfolio companies gear up for sale, legal readiness becomes a critical success factor. While financial metrics and operational efficiency often take centre stage, legal preparedness can […]
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The business case for wellbeing in the legal profession

  • Posted October 27, 2025
Our recent panel discussion in Birmingham brought together Emma Pioli, Chair, Gowling WLG, Richard Martin, CEO, Mindful Business Charter and Abbie Evans, Associate, Gowling WLG, to explore strategies that HR professionals can employ to improve wellbeing in law firms. Why wellbeing matters more than ever The legal sector has long been associated with high-pressure environments, but recent data paints an increasingly […]
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What is the difference between a General Counsel and Chief Legal Officer?

  • Posted October 20, 2025
Contents Understanding the difference between a General Counsel and a Chief Legal Officer The main difference between a General Counsel (GC) and a Chief Legal Officer (CLO) lies in scope. A GC typically manages the company’s day-to-day legal matters, compliance, and risk, while a CLO takes on a broader strategic role in the c-suite, overseeing […]
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Unlocking neurodiverse potential in the legal profession 

  • Posted October 16, 2025
Inclusion is no longer a compliance checkbox – it’s a strategic lever of innovation and performance for hiring legal teams in private equity to attract diverse talent and foster a neuroinclusive culture. Among the most transformative aspects of this shift is the growing recognition of neurodiversity as a competitive advantage.   Our recent breakfast session, hosted […]
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Example interview questions for in-house legal interviews

  • Posted October 14, 2025
Whether you’re applying for a General Counsel role or a junior legal position, in-house interviews are designed to assess how your legal expertise supports the company’s broader strategy, risk posture, and operational goals. The questions below are commonly asked by employers to evaluate your ability to navigate legal complexity, collaborate cross-functionally, and contribute to long-term […]
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Example interview questions for risk and compliance interviews

  • Posted October 14, 2025
As a risk and compliance professional, it’s essential to understand the company’s regulatory and risk environment and ensure you’re positioned to contribute meaningfully to its ongoing efforts. During your interview, asking thoughtful, well-placed questions will help you gauge the company’s commitment to compliance, its approach to risk management, and the level of support available to […]
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UK in-house legal recruitment market update Q4

  • Posted October 13, 2025
Corporate and commercial As Q3 wraps up, the in-house legal market across commerce and industry remains steady, with signs of positive momentum heading into the final stretch of the year. While macroeconomic uncertainty continues to shape hiring decisions, legal teams are adapting—and in many cases, expanding—with strategic intent. Q3 saw a notable increase in employment […]
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The art of the exit: sponsor insights for successful exits

  • Posted October 13, 2025
At a recent event, ‘The art of the exit’, General Counsel from across Taylor Root’s private equity and portfolio company GC community gathered to share practical, experience-led advice on delivering successful exits in today’s market. The discussion was facilitated by Chris Bulger (Vitruvian), Andrew Stevens (Inflexion), Jeremy Dennison (Travers Smith), James Maynard (Farfetch), and Nicola […]
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Example interview question examples for Company Secretarial interviews

  • Posted October 9, 2025
In a company secretary role, it’s essential to understand the organisation’s governance framework and regulatory obligations and ensure you’re equipped to contribute meaningfully to its continued compliance and ethical standards. During your interview, asking well-considered questions will help you assess the company’s commitment to good governance, board effectiveness and support for the secretariat function. These […]
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Driving change for the stateless: Helen Lowe on Trusteeship and legal leadership

  • Posted October 9, 2025
Helen Lowe, Vice President of Strategy & Operations at Springer Nature Limited, recently joined the European Network on Statelessness (ENS) as a trustee. With over 500,000 people in Europe currently stateless, ENS works to advocate for their rights through policy reform, legal change, and awareness campaigns. “Statelessness can deny these people their fundamental rights to […]
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Interviewing with law firms: how to prepare and stand out

  • Posted October 9, 2025
The most important part of preparing for an interview is practice. Knowing what job interview questions you might be asked is essential. That way, you can craft your answers in advance and feel confident in your responses when the pressure is on. Be familiar with your experience and CV Your CV is usually the starting […]