[ref. j0084017] Part Time Head Of Compliance Residential Legal Services - Maidenhead
Part Time Head of Compliance
- Residential Legal Services (Solicitor)
- Risk and Compliance Residential Conveyancing Location: Berkshire (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: (phone number removed) (Pro-Rata 3-4 days) Contract Type: PermanentWorking Pattern: Full-time or Part-time 3-4 days with Flexible OptionsReports to: Managing DirectorTeam Leadership: Yes (1 direct report with potential for growth) About the CompanyOur client is a well-established, family-owned property law firm with over 20 years of excellence in residential legal services.
The Opportunity
- Part Time 3-4 daysThe firm is seeking a Head of Compliance to play a pivotal role in ensuring the highest standards of legal service delivery.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a robust Quality Framework to guide legal professionals in delivering service excellence.
Claims & Complaints Management: Oversee the Claims Analyst, acting as an escalation point for serious cases and conducting thorough risk assessments.Risk & Compliance Oversight: Ensure controls, policies, and procedures are comprehensive, up-to-date, and effectively followed, maintaining compliance with SRA and AML requirements.
Process & Performance Enhancement: Collaborate with legal teams to embed best practices, driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
Training & Development: Design and deliver targeted training sessions to upskill teams, fostering a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
Governance & Regulatory Roles: Assume responsibilities including Data Protection Officer (DPO), Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), and potentially Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP).Stakeholder Communication: Keep leadership and teams informed about trends, risks, and areas for continuous improvement.Candidate Profile Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 10 years in Residential Legal Services (Conveyancing / Remortgaging).
Proven experience leading quality and risk initiatives.Strong knowledge of ID & AML controls, legal risk management, and regulatory requirements.
A strategic thinker with the ability to collaborate across teams and influence senior leadership.
Values-driven and aligned with the firms core values.
Flexible Working Options The firm supports flexible working arrangements: Hybrid Working: Minimum office attendance required one day per week in Office.
Flexible Hours: Both full-time and part-time options available, including condensed schedules.
Why Apply?Shape the compliance, complaints, and quality risk strategy for a leading residential property law firm in Berkshire offering hybrid and flexible working patterns.This is an opportunity to shape a firms quality strategy from the inside out, working with a supportive and collaborative executive team in a culture that prizes continuous improvement and innovation.
To apply without delay please email your CV in confidence, quoting reference LX (phone number removed)