Risk Lawyer – 6 FTC

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Compliance
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SKILLS

SRA Code of Conduct Ethics and professional standards Drafting client terms and supplier contracts AML compliance Sanctions compliance Data protection Policy development Stakeholder communication

FULL DESCRIPTION

Risk Lawyer – 6 FTC

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Risk Lawyer for a 6-month fixed-term contract in London. Hybrid working (60% office). Full-time.

Published: 01/05/2026 | Location: London, United Kingdom | Category: Compliance | Job Type: Full-time | Reference: BH-53095

Contact: Lauren Eager - [contact hidden] | Phone: [contact hidden]

Job Description

Risk Lawyer (FTC – Maternity Cover) [Employer hidden] London – Hybrid (60% office) – Fixed-Term Contract

I’m working with a leading international law firm looking to bring in a Risk Lawyer to support their global Risk & Compliance function.

This is a broad, advisory-focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants exposure across legal risk, regulatory, and commercial issues.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advising on SRA Code, ethics, and professional standards
  • Supporting on day-to-day risk queries from across the firm
  • Drafting and reviewing client terms, supplier contracts, and engagement letters
  • Monitoring regulatory developments and implementing changes
  • Developing and maintaining policies, processes, and systems
  • Supporting compliance across areas like AML, sanctions, data protection, ABC
  • Assisting with registers, reporting, and ongoing compliance monitoring

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)
  • 2+ years’ experience in legal risk / compliance within a law firm
  • Strong grounding in the SRA Code of Conduct
  • Excellent drafting skills (policies, contracts, terms)
  • Broad knowledge across regulatory areas (AML, sanctions, DP, etc.)
  • Confident communicator — able to engage with partners and senior stakeholders
  • Pragmatic and solutions-focused mindset

What's in it for you?

  • True generalist risk role — not pigeonholed
  • High exposure to senior stakeholders and decision-making
  • Opportunity to work across multiple jurisdictions
  • Strong team structure with clear leadership and support
  • Great platform to broaden your risk & compliance expertise quickly

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Interested? Reach out for a confidential conversation or apply via the form below.

Contact: Lauren Eager - [contact hidden]

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