Risk and Compliance Solicitor – Hampshire

The Role

• Advise fee earners and teams on regulatory, compliance, and risk matters.

• Support audit findings and identify improvement opportunities.

• Manage client and matter opening and closure, including conflicts.

• Review risk elements in client and supplier contracts.

• Draft and review client engagement letters and retainers.

• Advise on SRA requirements and professional conduct.

• Support internal investigations and regulatory engagement.

• Manage complaints through the full lifecycle.

• Assist with professional indemnity claims and liaise with insurers.

• Develop and implement policies in response to regulatory changes.

• Deliver training to lawyers and business services teams.

• Support internal audit activity and follow up on actions.

• Monitor regulatory developments and communicate updates.

• Identify and lead risk and compliance projects.

• Advise on ethical use of AI and legal technology.

• Provide reporting and project support to the Risk & Compliance function.

About You

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 2+ years' PQE.

• Experience or strong interest in legal risk and compliance.

• Knowledgeable about SRA Standards and Regulations.

• Commercially minded with practical advice skills.

• Comfortable with large data sets and trend analysis.

• Confident communicator able to explain complex issues clearly.

• Highly organised and detail-focused.

• Proactive and pragmatic with a focus on improvement.

• Interested in AI, legal technology, and regulatory change impacts.

What's on Offer

The firm provides a flexible and supportive working environment, ongoing learning and development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Why This Role

This position offers a broad and influential role within a successful legal business, allowing you to work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to firm-wide projects.