Practical Advice Informed by Experience Within Regulated Organisations

Regulatory compliance and risk management are increasingly important considerations for businesses, employers, company directors and organisations operating in today’s complex legal and regulatory environment.

Donal O’Connor combines over 26 years’ experience as a solicitor with extensive experience in senior risk, compliance, governance and regulatory roles within regulated financial services organisations. Having served as a Risk Manager, Compliance Manager, Data Protection Officer and Company Director, he understands both the legal obligations and practical realities faced by organisations when managing regulatory risk.

Risk Management & Compliance Experience

Throughout his career, Donal has advised on:

• Regulatory compliance obligations
• Governance frameworks
• Legal and operational risk management
• Policy development and implementation
• Internal controls and risk mitigation
• Regulatory inspections and audits
• Complaints management
• Workplace investigations
• Regulatory reporting obligations
• Board and management governance issues

This experience enables him to provide practical advice that considers both legal requirements and operational realities.

Services for Businesses & Organisations

Advice is available in relation to:

Governance & Compliance

• Corporate governance matters
• Internal policies and procedures
• Regulatory compliance frameworks
• Compliance reviews
• Governance documentation
• Board and management support

Risk Management

• Legal risk assessment
• Contractual risk analysis
• Operational risk considerations
• Regulatory risk management
• Compliance monitoring arrangements
• Risk mitigation strategies

Workplace & Organisational Matters

• Employment-related compliance issues
• Protected disclosures (whistleblowing)
• Workplace investigations
• Complaints management
• Data protection compliance
• Internal reporting procedures

Regulatory Engagement

Donal’s experience includes engagement with regulatory and supervisory bodies in relation to compliance, governance and operational matters.

His background in regulated environments provides valuable insight into the expectations placed upon organisations in managing legal, compliance and operational risk.

A Practical Commercial Perspective

Effective compliance is not simply about reducing legal exposure. It must also be practical, proportionate and capable of being implemented within the day-to-day operation of a business or organisation.

Having worked both as a solicitor and in senior business, governance, risk and compliance roles, Donal understands the challenges faced by employers, directors and management teams when balancing regulatory obligations with commercial realities.

Who We Assist

Advice is provided to:

• Employers
• Company directors
• Business owners
• Professional practices
• Family businesses
• Landlords and property owners
• Regulated organisations
• Voluntary and community organisations

Why Choose O’Connor Law?

Few solicitors combine legal practice with experience as a:

• Business Owner
• Company Director
• Risk Manager
• Compliance Manager
• Data Protection Officer

This breadth of experience provides a broader perspective when advising clients on compliance, governance and risk management issues, helping them address challenges in a practical and informed manner.