Kiranpreet Kaur
Summary
Detail-oriented project and compliance professional with expertise in implementing firm-wide change initiatives and enhancing operational processes. Proven ability to manage cross-functional projects, update key frameworks, and support audit cycles while collaborating with subject-matter experts. Skilled in translating complex requirements into actionable processes and driving continuous improvement to ensure operational accuracy across diverse stakeholders.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior Legal and Regulatory Change Officer
Irwin Mitchell LLP
Manchester
10.2022 - Current
- Lead and support firm-wide regulatory and operational change projects from planning through implementation, working closely with SMEs, product owners, operational leads and legal stakeholders.
- Delivered updates to multiple core processes, procedures and governance frameworks to strengthen compliance readiness for scheduled audits and firm oversight cycles.
- Coordinated the delivery of a new client audit process, improving data accuracy, workflow transparency and business-unit engagement.
- Played a key role in the rollout of updated standard Terms & Conditions across the LLP, collaborating across practice groups and operational teams to ensure adoption.
- Supported digital transformation projects, including enhancements to case management systems and the release of a new public-facing webpage to streamline client interactions.
- Contributed to regulatory horizon-scanning and change impact assessments, including advising on internal compliance responses following the Mazur case developments.
- Oversaw cyclical compliance processes such as annual insurance renewals and policy assurance activities.
- Developed guidance materials, reporting packs and communications to support consistent implementation of group-wide regulatory requirements.
Legal Counsel
FourSynergy Group
Manchester
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Supported governance and operational activity across several subsidiaries within a supported-housing group.
- Assisted with acquisitions, corporate transactions, and contract reviews.
- Ensured regulatory compliance across company registers, supply chains, and board-approved processes.
- Contributed to internal audit activity and data-protection compliance.
- Streamlined contract processes, enhancing efficiency across all departments.
Paralegal
Addleshaw Goddard
Manchester
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked within the Transactional Real Estate department aligned to major client teams, supporting the delivery of high-volume commercial property matters and helping improve internal processes in a fast-paced environment.
- Supported project teams on complex real estate transactions by coordinating documentation, managing version control, and ensuring timely turnaround across multiple stakeholders.
- Drafted, reviewed, and amended a range of agreements, licences, reports and client documentation to support ongoing matters.
- Liaised directly with clients, agents and external parties to progress workstreams, resolve queries and maintain clear communication channels.
- Managed individual caseloads while also providing structured support to senior lawyers on large-scale portfolio transactions.
- Utilised legal technology systems to streamline workflow efficiency, ensure accurate record-keeping, and maintain compliance with departmental processes.
Volunteer Compliance Consultant
Refillistic
Remote
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Voluntary role within an environmentally conscious start-up, providing research, operational insight, and policy recommendations to support growing organisational needs.
- Produced clear, practical policy documents, guidance notes and articles on legislative changes impacting sustainability, supply chains, and consumer operations.
- Monitored international regulatory developments and delivered concise recommendations to support strategic planning and compliance.
- Assisted in developing internal processes, document structures and template materials to support the business’s operational maturity.
- Provided general advisory support on disputes, data considerations and risk-related queries, contributing to the organisation’s governance and decision-making.
- Supported administrative activity including document organisation, billing coordination and handling formal company communications.
Education
APM Associate Project Management Level 4 - Apprenticeship
BPP University
Manchester, England 10.2024 -
LLM Masters of Law -
University of Law
Manchester /2020 - /2021
LLB English Law (Honours) -
University of Dundee
Scotland /2017 - /2020
A-Levels -
The Barclay School
Stevenage /2015 - /2017
GCSEs -
The Barclay School
Stevenage /2010 - /2015
Skills
- Project Coordination: Managing timelines, workstreams and stakeholder updates across firmwide projects
- Process & Policy Development: Reviewing, drafting and implementing clear procedures, guidance and operational documents
- Regulatory & Compliance Expertise: Experience supporting audit cycles, risk controls and regulatory change activity
- Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinating with SMEs, legal teams, operations, technology and senior stakeholders
- Change Support: Translating requirements into practical outputs, including communications and updated documentation
- Operational Administration: Strong organisation, data handling and documentation management across cyclical processes
- IT Proficiency: Microsoft 365, SharePoint, case management systems and workflow tools
- Languages: Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu and English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
APM Associate Project Management Level 4 - Apprenticeship
BPP University
10.2024 -
Senior Legal and Regulatory Change Officer
Irwin Mitchell LLP
10.2022 - Current
Legal Counsel
FourSynergy Group
06.2022 - 08.2022
Paralegal
Addleshaw Goddard
05.2021 - 05.2022
Volunteer Compliance Consultant
Refillistic
01.2021 - 06.2022
LLM Masters of Law -
University of Law
/2020 - /2021
LLB English Law (Honours) -
University of Dundee
/2017 - /2020
A-Levels -
The Barclay School
/2015 - /2017
GCSEs -
The Barclay School
/2010 - /2015