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Risk Lawyer – Bristol

*NEW* and exciting opportunity to join a Top 100 firm in their expanding Risk & Best Practice team.

This role involves supporting the Director of Risk in delivering top-tier risk and regulatory services across the firm.

The  team ensures firm-wide compliance with legal and regulatory standards while promoting best practices internally and with external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on ethics, SRA standards, GDPR/data protection, and other regulations.
• Handling PI claims and complaints.
• Supporting client onboarding and reporting to the NCA.
• Reviewing and advising on contractual terms.
• Drafting and implementing policies and procedures.
• Leading risk and compliance training sessions.
• Assisting with insurance renewals and registrations.
• Participating in audits and inspections.

Ideal Candidate

• UK qualified solicitor or barrister
• Experience in law firm risk management (professional negligence or litigation background advantageous).
• Advanced knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and SRA standards.
• Ability to advise on contractual issues and identify potential claims.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and Microsoft applications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and flexible approach.
• Effective teamwork and diplomatic skills.
• A professional and commercially aware demeanor.

Whilst this role is based in their Bristol office the firm offer flexible hybrid working arrangements and you can expect a blend of office and home working.

In return you can expect a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk