Barker Gotelee LLP is a highly regarded Chambers/Legal 500 rated Firm, established in 1988. Our focus is on delivering exceptional client service through a team of talented, dedicated professionals. With over 80 members of staff all based at our single office in the heart of Suffolk, we work collaboratively to provide the highest standard of client care.
We are currently seeking an experienced and highly organised Compliance Assistant to join our growing Business Support team.
With a positive and enthusiastic attitude, the successful candidate will have a high level of written and verbal communication skills as well as excellent organisational skills. You will need to be confident in managing a full workload and working to tight deadlines whilst maintaining high attention to detail.
Key tasks and responsibilities:
- Responsible for onboarding/client due diligence administration (including raising anomalies, ruling out false positive matches on electronic screening checks and ensuring that documentation is saved to the appropriate folders within our case management system (SOS)).
- Ensuring client due diligence is obtained in line with firm policy and that risk management processes are followed.
- Monitoring new clients and matters for individual lawyers and following up outstanding client due diligence on a weekly/bi-weekly basis.
- Assisting with file reviews and compliance spot checks.
- Assisting with the provision of guidance and support to staff in all matters relating to compliance, regulation and promoting good practice.
- Assisting with identifying training need and supporting compliance training for all staff.
- Assisting with data breach management.
- Updating the Head of Compliance as required.
- Keeping up to date with the latest anti-money laundering and regulatory guidance.
- To undertake continuing professional development as required by the firm or any other relevant body.
- To attend departmental and any other meetings as required.
- Undertake any other tasks which are consistent with the level and scope of the role, as may be reasonably requested by the firm.
Skills/Experience:
Applicants should have knowledge of, and previous experience with, AML regulations and KYC procedures. Ideally you will have law firm experience. The role requires a team player who is organised, has the ability to work under pressure and yet maintains good attention to detail. A professional approach along with excellent communication skills and the ability to use discretion will be necessary since the role will involve dealing with employees, partners and external agencies. Excellent IT skills and previous experience of team working is essential. You will also have a client-focused approach.
You need to be aware that there are unique challenges when working in the risk and compliance environment of a law firm, so you need to be able to be prepared for challenges in this environment. Commitment to excellent client service is at the heart of everything we do. Our core values define how we want to conduct ourselves and our business, helping us to create a sustainable and profitable firm where people are proud to work and clients enjoy a personal service.
The successful candidate will benefit from an attractive pay and rewards package, including but not limited to; a competitive salary, 25 days holiday per year, salary exchange pension scheme, life assurance, private health insurance and free car parking.
We have a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK, therefore successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK by the start of their employment. Please note that Barker Gotelee LLP are unable to provide UK Visa Sponsorship.
To apply, please click 'Apply' or send a copy of your CV, attaching a covering letter to our recruitment team at [email protected]. Your covering letter should explain your reasons for applying for the role and why you think you’re suitable. This role is subject to a DBS check.
Barker Gotelee LLP is an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support at any stage of the recruitment process please contact our recruitment team [email protected].
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint candidates prior to the advertised closing date. We therefore encourage early applications to avoid disappointment.
Pay: £24,500.00-£30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
