Risk and Compliance Solicitor

Service Care Legal are currently recruiting on behalf of leading legal 500 firm, based in the South West of England, which is currently in need of a Solicitor to join their Risk and Compliance team.

This role will primarily focus on data governance, risk assessment, tender responses and breach/incident management.

It will be an ideal fit for someone looking to move away from fee earning.

Role: Risk and Compliance Solicitor

Location: South West of England - Bristol/Southampton

Salary: £60,000 to £65,000

The Role:

• Handle a caseload of data governance, risk assessment, tender responses and breach/incident management


• Work closely with senior members of the firm and the Digital Data and Technology team, especially with regards to information and cyber security


• Advise key members of a busy and supportive team on the SRA Code of Conduct, and data and commercial risk management issues.

The Person:

• A qualified solicitor who has had exposure to data protection law and has a background in non-contentious commercial/contracting/procurement work


• Have experience in either a private practice or an in-house legal team


• This role will require someone who has more than just AML (anti-money laundering) experience

Benefits included with the Risk and Compliance Solicitor position:

• Excellent health care packages


• A competitive pension


• Employee referral bonus scheme


• Flexible and hybrid working

If this Risk and Compliance Solicitor vacancy sounds like an opportunity that is right for you or someone you know, then don't hesitate to get in touch with Hugh Barnes via email, Hugh.Barnes@servicecare.org.uk, or via phone at 01772208969.

We also welcome referrals for this position, where a successful recommendation would be worth £250.