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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InTapp Systems Lead – Law Firm

This role will report into the Head of Change & Delivery and work closely with a Director in the Compliance team. There are 4 Analysts that will report into this person. Responsibilities will include delivery, team management, high end projects and reporting. The ideal candidate will have managerial experience, knowledge of InTapp products, and have […]
  • Salary £70000 – £100000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 7 days ago

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COFA – Law Firm

The ideal candidate will have knowledge and experience managing SRA account’s rules. The role will be responsible for creating processes, procedures, and have involvement in transactional work. This person does not need to be qualified. The role reports into the Legal Director and will be supported by a Legal Cashier. Please get in touch if […]
  • Posted Posted 7 days ago

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Risk Specialist (12-Month FTC)

We are partnering with an international US firm to recruit a Risk Specialist based in London for its global risk team on an initial 12‑month FTC, with potential to become a permanent role. Reporting to the Associate General Counsel in London and the Senior Risk Operations Manager in New York, you will advise senior management, […]
  • Salary £60000 – £70000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

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Director – Regulatory Compliance

A large U.S. financial institution is seeking a Director to join its regulatory compliance advisory function. In this role, you will provide guidance on regulatory expectations related to broker‑dealer activities and other financial‑services operations, with a particular focus on SEC and FINRA requirements. You will partner with business, control, and support teams to strengthen the […]
  • Salary $180000 – $220000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 3 weeks ago

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Director of Compliance (International Law Firm)

A top international law firm are searching for a Compliance Director (EMEA) to join their team in Jersey. This is a senior role requiring deep technical expertise in Jersey regulation, alongside a proven track record in key person appointments and advising at board and executive level. The successful individual will lead and develop compliance advisory […]
  • Salary £140000 – £150000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 month ago

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Why US in-house legal departments are restructuring in 2026: key themes emerging across industries

  • Posted March 4, 2026
In-house legal departments across the United States are entering a period of structural change. While cost pressure and regulatory complexity are not new, the pace and nature of change heading into 2026 is different. In-house legal teams are being asked to move faster, operate closer to the business, and support increasingly complex risk environments with […]
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How AI is reshaping legal leadership in private equity

  • Posted March 3, 2026
Private equity has always been defined by value creation under pressure. Tight timelines, imperfect information and high‑conviction decision‑making are not new dynamics. What has changed is the speed at which those dynamics now play out. Artificial intelligence has not altered the fundamentals of private equity. It has accelerated them. Across funds and portfolio companies alike, […]
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How to prepare for a risk and compliance interview in a law firm

  • Posted February 27, 2026
Interviewing for a risk and compliance role in a law firm is different from interviewing in other sectors. Law firms operate within strict regulatory environments, complex client relationships and partnership structures, meaning hiring managers assess more than technical knowledge alone. Whether you are applying for an AML, conflicts, data protection or broader compliance risk position, […]
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How market volatility is boosting hiring demand for REITs 

  • Posted February 25, 2026
Market volatility has become a defining feature of the US real estate investment trust (REIT) landscape. Shifting interest rates, evolving investor sentiment, uneven sector performance, and changing capital raising conditions are influencing how REITs operate and, importantly, how they hire. While volatility often signals uncertainty, for many REITs it is driving an urgent increase in recruitment, particularly across legal, finance, […]
Globalization of REIT investment

Globalization of REIT investment strategies and the resulting talent gaps 

  • Posted February 25, 2026
Real estate investment trusts (REITs) are undergoing a significant shift as global investment strategies become more prominent. Institutional capital is increasingly crossing borders, and REITs are expanding into new regions and asset classes. This globalization is creating acute talent gaps across legal, finance, and investor relations functions as organizations adapt to more complex international operating […]
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Five ways senior lawyers can regain momentum after a career break or redundancy

  • Posted February 25, 2026
Career breaks and periods of transition are increasingly common among senior lawyers – whether it is as a result of redundancy, parental leave, health reasons, or simply the need to reset after years of high-intensity practice. Yet for many, returning to the market can feel daunting. Questions about relevance, market expectations, and shifting firm priorities […]
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Why private equity investment into professional services is reshaping in‑house legal growth in 2026

  • Posted February 24, 2026
Hiring across legal teams in professional services accelerated through 2025, and early signs suggest that momentum is continuing into 2026. A central driver is the rise of private equity (PE) investment into legal, consulting and accounting platforms, which is changing how organisations scale, modernise and manage risk. Rather than viewing legal and advisory as static […]
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What does a paralegal do?

  • Posted February 24, 2026
For many law graduates and early‑career legal professionals, working as a paralegal is one of the most effective ways to gain hands‑on legal experience. The role offers exposure to real clients, live matters and the day‑to‑day workings of legal teams across private practice and in‑house environments. While paralegal roles were once viewed as largely administrative, […]
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Living and working in Australia: a guide for UK and Ireland lawyers

  • Posted February 13, 2026
Are you an overseas qualified lawyer looking for a career more to Australia? Our experienced team is well-connected and expertly placed to help you relocate your career to Australia. Australia is a well-trodden path for British and Irish lawyers. For those looking for an international experience that combines a new adventure with excellent career opportunities, Australia has […]
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How to become a litigation lawyer: the path to insurance, banking or commercial disputes

  • Posted February 13, 2026
Litigation offers a dynamic and intellectually challenging career for lawyers drawn to advocacy, strategy and resolving complex business issues. Whether you’re helping a financial institution navigate a contentious regulatory matter, advising insurers on high-value claims, or acting in multi-jurisdictional commercial disputes, litigation places you at the heart of how organisations manage risk and protect their […]
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How the North American energy transition and AI driven infrastructure will reshape legal hiring

  • Posted February 12, 2026
North America’s shift toward cleaner energy systems, coupled with the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, is transforming how organisations operate across the energy, technology and industrial sectors.   These shifts, driven by national and provincial/state climate policies, private investment, workforce growth and emerging technologies, are also reshaping the legal hiring landscape. Companies throughout the region will need broader, deeper and more specialized […]
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Climate focused PE funds are performing better than expected, and why in-house general counsels should care

  • Posted February 12, 2026
Climate focused private equity funds in North America are quietly defying long held assumptions about underperformance. Once perceived as niche strategies tethered to uncertain regulatory environments, these funds are now demonstrating competitive return profiles, and in some cases beating comparable non-climate vehicles. The shift is being driven by better technology, more sophisticated operating models, and a growing consumer and corporate […]