Risk & Compliance Executive

Location: Sheffield

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking a confident and detail-oriented Risk & Compliance Executive to join our in-house compliance team. You will play a vital role in ensuring regulatory compliance across the business, working closely with the Compliance Team Manager and regulatory officers such as the COLP, COFA, MLRO/MLCO, and DPO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a confidential point of contact for compliance-related queries

• Act as a point of contact for data protection and AML compliance

• Assist with compliance training programs and policy updates

• Process data subject requests (e.g., Subject Access Requests)

• Investigate and report data protection breaches

• Support reviews of compliance policies and procedures

• Monitor legislative changes and assess their impact

• Provide input into strategic decisions from a compliance perspective

• Ensure regulatory compliance in internal projects

• Help manage compliance communication and training initiatives

• Record and report compliance failures and breaches

• Assist with office insurance and SRA renewals

What Were Looking For:

• Previous experience in a legal compliance or risk management role

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (SRA, DPA 2018, AML 2017)

• Strong planning, communication, and analytical skills

• Ability to work independently and under pressure

• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset

• Commitment to personal development and ongoing training

What We Offer:

• Salary up to £33,000 per annum (DOE)

• Flexible working: hybrid or office-based

• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Healthcare cash plan

• Employee perks: free parking, fruit, Costco card, and more

• Career development opportunities

• Social and team events throughout the year