This Compliance and Risk Assistant position is a unique opportunity to gain experience in the professional services industry while contributing to the legal department. The role requires a keen eye for detail, robust analytical abilities, and a strong understanding of risk management.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established solicitors firm in Manchester. The firm is renowned for its commitment to delivering high-quality services to its clients and providing an engaging and supportive environment for its team members.
Description
- Assisting the COLP in dealing with claims, complaints, DSARs and any associated litigation
- Assisting the COLP with their work in mitigating regulatory risks and exposures
- Compliance with the firm's AML/CDD procedures and conducting relevant searches.
- Maintaining and updating various central risk registers e.g. complaints, professional indemnity notifications
- Liaising with other members of Business Support Group in relation to relevant projects
- Assisting in relation to file reviews
- Conducting ad-hoc research in all areas of risk management
- Keeping up to date with legal and regulatory information and changes.
Profile
A successful Compliance and Risk Assistant should have:
- Some Housing Disrepair experience is preferrable, but not essential
- Knowledge of the Law particularly in relation to Housing Disrepair
- IT literate
- Familiar with the regulations and professional standards applicable to a law firm
- An understanding of compliance and risk issues
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a client orientated approach
Job Offer
- A competitive salary range.
- Hybrid working.
- A supportive and engaging company culture.
- Opportunities for professional growth within the legal sector.
- Convenient location in the heart of Manchester.
If you're looking to launch your career in the compliance industry and believe you possess the skills and passion needed for this role, we encourage you to apply.