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Compliance Officer

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Stockton-On-Tees, Durham TS21 1EB, England

Salary

£35,000 - £42,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Reed Business Support is looking for a Compliance Officer to join a prestigious legal firm in Teesside.
  • The role focuses on ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accreditation requirements, essential for maintaining quality and excellence.
  • The position offers a salary of up to £30,000, depending on experience, along with a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.
  • Candidates should have experience in a regulated environment, preferably in the legal sector, along with a strong understanding of AML and excellent analytical skills.
  • Key responsibilities include conducting quality audits, performing risk assessments, and preparing comprehensive reports for senior management.
Reed Business Support are seeking a Compliance Officer to join our client, a prestigious legal firm, based in Teesside. 

This role is to ensure our client's practices, records, and controls meet the highest standards of regulatory compliance and accreditation requirements. This role is integral to maintaining their commitment to quality and excellence.

Benefits:
  • Salary up to £30,000 based on experience.
  • Supportive team environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
Day to Day of the role:
  • Plan and conduct monthly quality audits on fee earners to verify compliance with regulations and accreditation requirements.
  • Perform risk assessments and evaluate internal controls, reporting any discrepancies.
  • Maintain a quality log for all audits, identifying trends and training needs.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to calibrate audits, implement best practices, and enhance performance.
  • Analyse historical data to develop quality improvement initiatives and strategies.
  • Evaluate audit findings and facilitate the implementation of corrective actions in conjunction with supervisors.
  • Manage firm-wide performance through effective communication and contributions to team meetings.
  • Interpret regulatory requirements and quality standards, ensuring compliance.
  • Conduct both random and focused audits in a timely manner.
  • Prepare comprehensive quality reports for presentation to senior management, including all necessary documentation.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience in a regulated environment, preferably within the legal sector.
  • Knowledge and understanding of AML is essential. 
  • Strong research and analytical skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Effective communication skills.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.