Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Linklaters is a leading international law firm operating in 20 countries through 30 offices. We foster a positive, supportive, fair, and open atmosphere that values inclusivity and diversity. The Regulatory Compliance team consists of global in-house lawyers and advisers providing expert advice on all aspects of regulatory compliance, strategic initiatives, and projects including new business lines and legal technology. The team horizon scans for new legal and regulatory requirements, implements policies and processes to ensure compliance, and provides training and monitoring. Acting as the main liaison with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA), the team supports the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice in investigating and reporting potential breaches. Additionally, the team oversees the firm’s enterprise risk management programme and reports key risks to senior management and committees.

Reporting to the Head of Regulatory Compliance, you will work closely with a supportive team of lawyers and specialists based in London, Singapore, and Warsaw. Your key responsibilities will include managing legal risk and internal compliance globally, providing in-house legal advice on regulatory compliance matters, supervising junior colleagues, and acting as a trusted legal advisor on professional conduct issues. You will assist in developing and maintaining the firm’s policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance, raise awareness through training initiatives, manage internal incidents and compliance breaches, and support regulatory reporting to the SRA. You will also contribute to the firm’s enterprise risk management system and provide advice on strategic projects, particularly relating to ESG matters. This role requires responsiveness to enquiries outside core hours to support the firm’s global operations.

Linklaters offers a truly global work experience with opportunities to engage in strategic projects that drive innovation. We are committed to corporate social responsibility, diversity, inclusion, and fostering a speak-up culture. We invest in career development, agile working solutions, and the health and wellbeing of our people, providing a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Experience
Qualified solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE, ideally with experience advising on legal and regulatory compliance within global professional services firms, preferably in the legal sector. Proven expertise in risk mitigation, governance, and professional conduct. Experience providing expert legal counsel on firmwide regulatory issues across multiple jurisdictions and supporting internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with evolving legal frameworks and ethical standards. Demonstrated involvement in developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures. Proven track record in promoting firmwide awareness of key legal risks through training and engagement initiatives, contributing to enterprise risk management enhancements.

About you
Detail-oriented and proactive legal professional with strong advisory and leadership skills. Able to manage complex regulatory compliance matters and provide clear guidance to colleagues at all levels. Comfortable working in a global, fast-paced environment and responding to issues outside core hours when necessary. Committed to fostering a culture of risk management and compliance throughout the firm.

Qualifications
Qualified solicitor with relevant post-qualification experience. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to legal professional services and enterprise risk management principles.