We are looking for a Risk & Compliance paralegal to join our team our Norwich Office.
The role
This role is responsible for supporting the risk and compliance team across the firm. As with all law firms, Mills & Reeve LLP is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA). In November 2019, the SRA implemented its Standards and Regulations: a principles-based regulatory scheme which focuses on high professional and ethical standards and protecting the public. This is very much a key role supporting the firm with their obligations under the Standards and Regulations.
The role will be based in our Norwich office.
The person
This is a busy and challenging role and, to be successful, your background will:
include strong academics that will most likely be to degree level;
include office-based work experience of no less than six months; and
probably include experience of working within a law firm or regulatory environment.
The role requires someone who:
is proficient with IT and is familiar with MS Office;
has good communication skills, both written and oral, and is able to liaise confidently with staff and partners across the firm;
can demonstrate an organised and methodical approach to their work;
can meet deadlines when under pressure with multiple tasks;
has proven research and analysis skills;
has strong attention to detail;
is energetic and enthusiastic; and
is confident to talk to internal clients.
In addition, you will need to be:
willing to travel to the firm's other offices on occasion; and
flexible and able to work longer hours as the role demands.
The activities
SRA compliance: Support practising certificate renewals, applications, and record management.
ISO accreditations: Coordinate audits, maintain documentation, manage risk registers, and support compliance reviews.
Claims & complaints: Administer claims, support complaints investigations, and maintain incident/breach records.
Insurance renewals: Assist with annual renewals for PI, cyber, data protection, and management liability insurance.
Risk management: Log and monitor risks, incidents, and compliance issues across the firm.
Business development: Act as the first point of contact for risk and compliance tender queries.
Management reporting: Collate statistics and information for management reviews.
Team administration: Manage inbox queries, diaries, travel arrangements, filing, and general administrative support.
Ad hoc support: Assist with wider risk and compliance projects and activities as required.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
The benefits
As you'd expect, we offer a competitive salary and a wide range of benefits. Click here to find out more about our core benefit offering.
Pre employment screening
If we offer you a role, we will conduct comprehensive pre-employment screening. This screening will include, but is not limited to, a basic DBS, verification of your right to work, a three year employment history and a self-declaration to assess your character and suitability for the role. Full details of our pre-screening employment process are available upon request.
The firm
Mills & Reeve is centred on achieving more for clients, their businesses and the wider communities we serve. Our clients and their industries benefit from our knowledge and learning, and receive consistent experiences with no surprises. We tell them what they need to know when they need to know it.
We build personal relationships, with advice individually tailored to individual need. And if clients need things we don't offer, we draw on our network to give recommendations. Our 1,450 plus people and over 850 lawyers share one vision - achieving more for clients.
By joining Mills & Reeve, you'll have the chance to build your skills and experience within a firm that's not only ranked in the top 50 UK law firms, but also one that truly values their people. We're also ranked in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work list, and have been awarded Platinum Investors in People. Our mantra is “Achieve more. Together.”, which we feel embodies our purpose and is more than just a catchphrase!
Our values are the principles that help us fulfil our purpose. Our people shaped them and live them every day.
- We're ambitious - We aim high, we embrace new ideas and we're passionate about our work
- We're open - We communicate openly and honestly to build trust, and we do what's right
- We care - We're committed to each other, our clients, our communities and the planet
- We collaborate - We're easy to work with, we offer help willingly and we get things done - together
And finally
Everyone at Mills & Reeve brings a unique perspective and ideas to the team and we do everything we can to help each person to thrive. We're committed to providing an inclusive and supportive working environment, are happy to consider flexible working arrangements, and want to achieve the right balance for both our people and the firm. We encourage everyone to ask if they feel they need any workplace adjustments, and will do our best to support with these.
To find out more about our diversity and inclusion work, visit our website.
