Compliance Manager, Law​/Legal

Job Overview

A leading think tank is seeking a Contracts, Risk and Compliance Manager to oversee the management of risk on a day-to-day basis, reporting to the COO.

The successful candidate will work with the in-house solicitor to review, draft, and amend contracts, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements such as data protection, bribery, and corruption, and conflict of interest, as well as relevant regulatory requirements. Experience in the Charity Sector would be an advantage.

• Maintain and update risk registers to track risk within the organisation and work with team members to assess and minimise identified risks.
• Help implement measures to reduce risk, including writing new policies and procedures or updating existing ones.
• Answer questions regarding project and travel risk assessments and ensure their adequate completion.
• Ensure adherence to risk policies and procedures through staff communication and training sessions.
• Draft research project agreements, respond to subcontractor/consultant queries, and draft amendments to agreements.
• Review commercial contracts, including funding agreements, and work with the in-house Solicitor to negotiate and progress to signing.
• Link appropriate insurance to risks by reviewing and working with insurance brokers to negotiate and put in place cover.
• Attend Audit & Risk Committee meetings, update members on risks and mitigations, and take meeting minutes.
• Ensure the Bids & Contracts team has required policies and procedures in place and monitor compliance.
• Work with the In-house solicitor and COO to ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Advise on data protection matters and provide practical advice to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Carry out due diligence procedures on subcontractors and maintain records.
• Respond to due diligence requests and carry out sanctions screenings for subcontractors and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record (around 3 years' experience) in a risk and compliance and/or legal/contract management role. Experience in the Charity sector would be an advantage. Excellent benefits are on offer, including hybrid working arrangements, and both full-time and part-time (4 days a week) candidates will be considered.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.