Legal Risk & Compliance Officer - Sheffield

Risk & Compliance Officer - Legal Sector Hybrid Working National Law Group
Location: Sheffield (Hybrid options available)
Salary: Up to 33,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

A forward-thinking and nationally recognised legal group is currently seeking a Risk and Compliance Officer to join its growing internal Compliance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a vital role in shaping and upholding the firm's regulatory and ethical standards across a diverse group of legal service providers.

With a legacy of over 30 years and a commitment to continuous improvement and employee development, this organisation provides a supportive, collaborative environment where talent and ambition are recognised and nurtured.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Compliance Team Manager, the Risk and Compliance Officer will provide key support across all compliance functions, helping to ensure the firm meets its regulatory obligations under SRA, AML, DPA/GDPR, and other relevant legislation. You will be instrumental in maintaining and developing policies, training programmes, and monitoring frameworks across the group.

This is an ideal opportunity for a compliance professional with legal sector experience who is passionate about making an impact and contributing to operational integrity from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a point of contact for compliance-related queries, including data protection and AML.
• Assist with the design and delivery of training on DPA 2018 and AML 2017 compliance.
• Support the maintenance and review of internal compliance policies and procedures.
• Coordinate and respond to Subject Access Requests and other data subject rights.
• Investigate and report on data breaches; liaise with the ICO where appropriate.
• Monitor industry and regulatory changes, identifying risks and proposing solutions.
• Contribute to internal compliance communications and engagement activities.
• Support investigations and projects aligned with risk management priorities.
• Record, analyse, and report on compliance failures and risk issues.
• Assist with internal audits and regulatory reporting across business units.

About You

• Proven experience in a compliance or risk management role within a legal or similar regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of SRA standards, GDPR, AML regulations, and legal industry compliance.
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with strong attention to detail.
• Analytical thinker with a pragmatic and solution-focused approach.
• Confident, adaptable, and able to work independently while keeping stakeholders informed.
• Enthusiastic about ongoing learning and professional development.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to 33,000 depending on experience.
• Flexible working arrangement - hybrid or fully office-based options.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with service.
• Healthcare cash plan & pension scheme.
• Subsidised on-site canteen and complimentary daily fruit.
• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support.
• Annual summer and Christmas events, plus recognition awards.
• Clear path for career progression and internal mobility.
• Access to structured and ongoing compliance training.

Ready to take the next step in your compliance career?

Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity in confidence. If this role isn't quite the right fit but you have experience in legal compliance, we welcome speculative applications-we're always looking for talented professionals who align with our values.

This vacancy is being advertised by an external recruitment partner on behalf of a leading national legal group. The hiring company is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and professional development.