[ref. l14988618] Compliance Manager - Legal 500 firm - Cardiff

Best Practice & Risk Manager

Cardiff | Full-time | On-site | Competitive salary + great benefits

We’re working with a top-tier regional law firm that’s looking for a Compliance Manager to join their collaborative Cardiff office.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid compliance background who’s ready to step into a broad, hands-on role. You’ll be supporting the Head of Best Practice & Risk in managing everything from professional indemnity claims to AML, policy reviews, and internal audits.

• Overseeing professional indemnity claims and client complaint handling
• Investigating and managing compliance breaches (data and regulatory)
• Supporting AML and client onboarding reviews and policies
• Helping lead internal audits, risk reporting, and vetting activities
• Working with legal teams to manage queries around AML, conflicts, sanctions, and regulatory updates
• Keeping registers, reporting tools, and shared inboxes organised and up to date
• Collaborating cross-functionally across the business

• Experience in compliance, risk, or quality within the legal sector
• Strong understanding of AML regulations and a knack for auditing or investigations
• Confident communicator who’s comfortable managing sensitive matters
• Solid project management and attention to detail
• Someone who thrives working as part of a close-knit team, but can hold their own

What’s in it for you:

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• 35-hour working week, with flexible working options
• Life assurance, pension scheme, and employee assistance programme
• Cycle to Work, NCP parking discounts, and staff legal services
• Professional development support and a genuinely supportive environment

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