AJ FOX COMPLIANCE

About the Company

AJ Fox Compliance is a Careers and Recruitment Consultancy for Law Firm Risk & Compliance Professionals working across the UK and internationally. We work with professionals at all levels, from Compliance Assistants and Analysts to Senior Analysts, Managers, and Heads of.

Some of the reasons professionals work with us:

CAREERS PLANNING & ADVICE: Having worked with a huge number of law firms and hundreds of candidates working in Law Firm Risk & Compliance across the world we are very well placed to understand the different career paths within this space and what it takes to successfully progress your long term career.

MAXIMISING WHAT YOU GET OUT OF YOUR CURRENT ROLE: We spend a lot of time helping professionals understand what they can and should be getting out of their current role and can help when it comes to preparing for appraisals. We can advise you on those skillsets that are being most valued across the market.

SALARY ADVICE: If you want an accurate understanding of where your salary sits compared to the market then we go much deeper than looking at your title alone, instead we gain a deeper understanding of your exposure and experience and can give you a more accurate idea of your market value.

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS: We can provide insight into those qualifications that are (and are not) well regarded by other employers in this space and the best ways to go about obtaining them.

HIRING THE BEST TALENT: If you are looking to grow your team we are here to help. From Conflicts Analysts to Director of Risk & Compliance we work at all levels and can give you an insight into what candidates are looking for and how to grow a stable and happy team.

LOOKING FOR YOUR NEXT STEP: If you are at the point of looking at new roles or thinking about opportunities we can help you define what it is you are looking for, and then we can help you find it.

Listed Jobs

Company Name

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE

Job Title

Risk Lawyer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Risk Lawyer **Role Summary:** Provide proactive legal and regulatory support to a global law firm, assisting the Head of Risk in safeguarding international operations. Deliver counsel on risk management, data protection, supplier agreements, conflicts of interest, and regulatory changes while designing and delivering risk training. **Expectations:** - Minimum 2 years of qualified solicitor experience in a large law firm (internal risk function or commercial practice). - Strong knowledge of SRA Standards, UK GDPR, and the Bribery Act. - Ability to influence senior stakeholders and translate complex legal requirements into practical guidance. - Resilience and capacity to manage high‑volume risk queries and escalation matters. **Key Responsibilities:** - Advise practice groups and business services on legal and regulatory matters across the firm’s international network. - Develop, maintain, and update risk management policies, guidance notes, and procedures. - Review and negotiate supplier agreements, focusing on onboarding technology providers. - Manage data protection compliance, including subject access requests and breach response. - Advise on outside‑counsel terms and negotiate client amendments to Standard Terms of Business. - Act as escalation point for complex conflicts of interest and financial sanctions issues. - Design and deliver face‑to‑face and virtual risk training for partners and staff. - Monitor global regulatory developments and prepare the firm for significant legislative changes. - Support cross‑functional projects and handle day‑to‑day risk queries via team inbox. **Required Skills:** - Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years of relevant experience. - In‑depth understanding of SRA Standards, UK GDPR, Bribery Act, and related regulatory frameworks. - Strong analytical, drafting, and negotiation abilities. - Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills. - Ability to conduct training and present complex information clearly. - Proactive, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Law degree (LLB, JD, or equivalent). - Admission to the Solicitors’ Roll (or jurisdictional equivalent). - Professional indemnity insurance (if required). - Relevant certifications in data protection or compliance (e.g., CIPP/E) are advantageous but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

04-03-2026

Company Name

AJ FOX COMPLIANCE

Job Title

Senior Risk Lawyer

Job Description

**Job Title:** Senior Risk Lawyer **Role Summary:** Provide strategic legal counsel on risk, compliance, and regulatory matters for a senior client base. Lead policy development, oversee contract management, advise on data protection, and drive firm‑wide compliance initiatives. Mentor junior lawyers and foster a proactive risk culture. **Expectations:** - Influence senior stakeholders and shape firm policy. - Deliver timely, high‑quality legal opinions on evolving regulations. - Demonstrate commercial foresight and strategic thinking. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead legal risk assessment and regulatory compliance strategy. - Manage complex commercial and client contracts, ensuring alignment with legal standards. - Serve as principal advisor on data protection and privacy issues. - Monitor regulatory developments, anticipate changes, and implement firm‑wide updates. - Design and deliver training on compliance, risk management, and related best practices. - Supervise, mentor, and potentially manage junior legal staff. **Required Skills:** - Strong analytical, drafting, and research abilities. - Confident communicator with proven influence over senior stakeholders. - Expertise in legal risk, regulatory compliance, and financial crime. - Excellent organizational and project‑management skills. - Commercially minded with adaptability to fast‑moving environments. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Qualified lawyer (e.g., called to England & Wales, UK, or equivalent). - Minimum of 5–8 years of experience in risk or compliance roles within a law firm or regulator. - Recognized bar admissions or professional legal qualifications.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Senior

17-03-2026