Overview
Risk Lawyer – Bristol
*NEW* and exciting opportunity to join a Top 100 firm in their expanding Risk & Best Practice team.
This role involves supporting the Director of Risk in delivering top-tier risk and regulatory services across the firm.
The team ensures firm-wide compliance with legal and regulatory standards while promoting best practices internally and with external partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on ethics, SRA standards, GDPR/data protection, and other regulations.
- Handling PI claims and complaints.
- Supporting client onboarding and reporting to the NCA.
- Reviewing and advising on contractual terms.
- Drafting and implementing policies and procedures.
- Leading risk and compliance training sessions.
- Assisting with insurance renewals and registrations.
- Participating in audits and inspections.
Ideal Candidate
- UK qualified solicitor or barrister
- Experience in law firm risk management (professional negligence or litigation background advantageous).
- Advanced knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and SRA standards.
- Ability to advise on contractual issues and identify potential claims.
- Familiarity with ISO standards and Microsoft applications.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and flexible approach.
- Effective teamwork and diplomatic skills.
- A professional and commercially aware demeanor.
Whilst this role is based in their Bristol office the firm offer flexible hybrid working arrangements and you can expect a blend of office and home working.
In return you can expect a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*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.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £55000 – £70000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
