Overview
Solicitor – Conduct Risk – Bristol – 1-3 Years PQE
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid working available)
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000
A respected law firm is seeking a Conduct Risk Lawyer with 1-3 years’ post-qualification experience to join its Risk & Compliance team in Bristol. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to an internal legal advisory function, supporting professional conduct and regulatory compliance across the business.
The Role
You’ll be part of the Conduct Risk Team, providing expert guidance on legal and regulatory matters that impact the firm’s operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the firm’s professional indemnity claims and liaising with brokers, insurers, and panel lawyers
- Recording and tracking claims using the firm’s claims management system
- Investigating complaints and drafting responses to complainants and regulatory bodies
- Analysing compliance failures and recommending remedial actions
- Advising on professional conduct issues and regulatory developments
- Supporting policy updates and contract reviews (including client SLAs)
- Responding to conduct risk queries and ensuring SLA compliance
- Collaborating with other business services teams to deliver a cohesive compliance function
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:
- 1-3 years PQE, ideally with a professional indemnity fee-earning background
- Previous experience in a Risk and Compliance team (preferred)
- Familiarity with contract reviews (beneficial)
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- A proactive, collaborative, and detail-oriented approach
- Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and professionalism
Benefits
The firm offers:
- A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking work environment
- Opportunities for career development, including secondments and global mobility
- Access to mentoring, peer learning, and professional development resources
- A culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
*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: £50000 – £70000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol
