Legal Counsel - Risk & Compliance - Bristol - 2+ Years PQE

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.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*