Job Description
Legal Compliance Officer - £35k - £50k, can be based in Taunton, Bridgewater or Yeovil. Possibility of Hybrid working (after probationary period)Great Benefits Package31 Days HolidaysPension Auto-enrolment, 3% employer, 5% employeeDeath in service – 2 x SalarySick Pay 20 days in any rolling 12mBuy and sell annual leave is available to all colleaguesBuy and sell annual leave Available to all colleaguesBirthday day offSocial Happy Hour, Summer Party, Christmas Party and lots of other charitable and social eventsClear career development opportunitiesExciting opportunity for a Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP). Prior Legal experience is essential with a clear understanding of regulatory requirements.This is a business critical function and requires someone who is confident working on their own initiative and comfortable communicating effectively with people at all levels.Responsibilites of the RoleTo support/assist the COLP with all aspects of Risk and Compliance.To play a key role in the compliance of the CompanyTo assist with complaints and claims.Organise Monthly Risk and Compliance meetings and prepare agendaTake notes at meetings and circulateProduce monthly and Annual Compliance reports and collate any other relevant informationTo support/assist the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO).To update and monitor the Company's Office Manual including all compliance policies and procedures.To act as first point of call for staff compliance queries.To administer, update and train staff on the Company's compliance platformSkills & ExperienceLegal experience.Confident understanding of Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) rulesAbility to deal with Issue ResolutionEngaging Personality that can communicate at levelsHave a Pro-active approachHappy to work as part of a Team as well as IndependentlyAs you could be working in different offices it is essential that you have a valid driving license and own your own vehicleTo earn the higher level of salary you will need to demonstrate skills and experience at interviewTo find out more about this role, call Jackie Carson on or email your CV toTPBN1_UKTJ