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Our client has a permanent vacancy for a Compliance Administrator. This role is critical to supporting the firm to streamline the onboarding process for clients and assist fee earners with their due diligence enquiries.
The role is hybrid, 3 office days and 2 home days per week which will come into place after 2 months of training. Part time hours will also be considered.
This role is responsible for performing client and matter opening processes and initiating client due diligence checks as part of the New Business Unit and providing support to the wider compliance team.
A key function of the role will involve communicating with clients and fee earners about the due diligence procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and their own policies.
• To conduct anti money laundering (AML) checks and conflict searches on new clients and new matters including research of corporate clients entity structures and beneficial ownership arrangements
• To assist clients, ensuring confidentiality at all times, with the completion of AML checks
• To undertake file opening processes for new clients and new matters
• To review the current documentation held for existing clients to ensure compliance with policies and identifying any additional checks required
• To maintain accurate records and documentation related to AML and conflict searches
• To provide support to the wider compliance team, as required
• To carry out any other administrative and ad-hoc duties
Requirements
• Previous experience in an administration role
• A basic understanding of AML and/or conflict compliance although additional training will be provided as part of the role
• A basic understanding of onboarding processes
• Good attention to detail
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
• Good level of IT competence
• Good problem solving skills
• Willingness to learn and develop as the role develops
• Team player
Due to the large number of responses we receive it is not always possible to respond to every application straight away. Should your skills and experience be a match for this role, or any other vacancy we may have, we will normally contact you within 72 hours of receiving your application. If you wish to apply for further roles please do so.
