Head of Risk & Compliance

The Company is seeking a Head of Risk & Compliance to lead and continually develop its risk and compliance framework. The role includes acting as Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), overseeing anti-money laundering policies and procedures, assessing internal disclosures, and submitting suspicious activity reports when appropriate. The successful candidate will advise senior leadership on regulatory matters, oversee risk assessments, audits, compliance monitoring, and registers, and manage breaches, complaints, and reporting obligations. They will also monitor regulatory changes, update controls and policies, deliver compliance training, and promote a strong compliance culture. Candidates should have significant senior compliance experience, ideally in a legal or professional services environment, and strong knowledge of legal regulatory requirements and standards. A thorough understanding of anti-money laundering legislation, client due diligence, financial crime prevention, and suspicious activity reporting is essential. Applicants should be experienced in advising senior stakeholders and handling complex compliance matters, with a proactive, commercially aware approach and the confidence to influence and challenge. Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills are required; prior experience as an MLRO is an advantage.