Job Description

Job Summary

The role involves advising and supporting fee earners and business functions on client matter conduct including client care, conflicts, anti-money laundering, sanctions, file management and ensuring that risk and compliance checks are completed in good time. The role entails carrying out background analysis, requesting documentation from clients, reporting, and advising progress. The ideal candidate would be someone with a law degree who is motivated, proactive and hard-working. This is a full-time hybrid role, with a minimum requirement to be in the offices three days a week. The candidate will be able to work in across our North London offices to develop their knowledge and build positive working relationships with colleagues.

Responsibilities

Reviewing open and closed matters to ensure records are accurate and up to date. Updating the firm's case management system with relevant compliance information. Assisting in drafting low-risk client and matter risk assessments. Supporting the onboarding process by reviewing and verifying client identification and basic due diligence documents. Conducting screening for PEPs, sanctions, and adverse media, escalating concerns as needed. Assisting in conflict checks and reviewing basic conflict check results. Liaising with fee-earners and paralegals to request outstanding compliance information. Handling administrative compliance tasks, such as maintaining accurate records and filing supporting documents. Assisting in retrospective spot checks on clients and matters. Supporting the Risk & Compliance team with regulatory and procedural updates. Assisting the Risk & Compliance Manager with projects and process improvements.

Requirements

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Able to confidently liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels. Strong organisational skills and prioritisation in high volume situations. Able to multi-task, manage time sensitive matters and take responsibility for delegated tasks. Excellent technical skills. Able to apply initiative and analyse data with attention to detail. o Must be proactive and thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment. Law degree or GDL/LPC with a minimum 2:1 grade is essential. Prior experience working within a legal environment is essential. Prior experience working in a Compliance function at a law firm is desirable
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Contract length: 6 months

Pay: 25,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person