Legal Counsel – Risk & Compliance – Bristol – 2+ Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time or 4 days per week (hybrid working available)
Salary: £60,000 to £80,000 (depending on experience)

A highly respected international law firm is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its expanding UK Risk & Compliance Department in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified lawyer to take on a varied, high impact role within a collaborative, forward thinking team that plays a central part in the firm’s operations and regulatory obligations.

The Role
You will report to the General Counsel and provide legal and regulatory support across the business. Responsibilities include:

• Advising on conflicts of interest
• Anti money laundering (AML) queries and compliance
• Reviewing and advising on engagement terms
• Handling complaints and professional negligence claims
• Advising on data protection matters
• Supporting on commercial contracts
• Liaising with insurers and brokers
• Drafting guidance notes, policies, and training materials
• Delivering training to practice groups and new joiners
• Supporting firm wide risk and compliance projects
• Contributing to policy development and implementation
• Building strong internal stakeholder relationships

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales or equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction) with:

• Experience in a regulated business environment
• Exposure to governance, risk, compliance, or related legal areas (e.g., professional negligence, data protection, commercial contracts)
• Strong understanding of relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Confidence in making business critical decisions
• Strong communication and influencing skills
• A proactive, energetic, and solutions focused approach
• Ability to manage expectations across varied stakeholder groups

Benefits

• The firm offers:
• A supportive, positive, and collaborative team culture
• Hybrid working and flexibility on working hours
• Clear opportunities for professional development and progression
• A comprehensive benefits package focused on wellbeing
• Recognition for high quality work and contribution

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.