Risk and Compliance Officer
Bromley, Hybrid
Are you an experienced professional in risk and compliance, ready to take on a dynamic role in the legal sector? We’re seeking a Risk and Compliance Officer to join a forward-thinking team in a highly respected law firm.
As part of the Risk and Compliance department, you’ll play a crucial role in developing and maintaining risk management policies and procedures, ensuring adherence across the firm. You’ll work closely with internal and external stakeholders, providing guidance, support, and training on regulatory and compliance issues. This role offers variety and the opportunity to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities for the role of Risk & Compliance Officer include:
* Lexcel/CQS/WIQS– assisting with administration of scheme and mandatory annual training and preparations for the accreditations and audits.
* Assisting in relation to the notification of professional indemnity claims and determining if there is a reportable incident.
* Reporting to and liaising with the firm’s professional indemnity insurer where necessary.
* Acting as point of contact to manage relationship with panel solicitors when instructed.
* Assisting the team in dealing with complaints from clients.
* Assisting in monitoring compliance of the firm’s AML/CDD procedures for all new clients.
* Where required conducting searches carrying out electronic AML checks.
* Maintaining and updating various central registers (such as complaints, claims, GDPR and risk register).
* Liaising with other members of Business Support Group in relation to projects.
* Assisting in carrying out conflicts searches and providing general risk and compliance advice to member of the firm.
* Assisting in the administration of the firm’s file review process and ensuring firm wide completion and rectification of non-compliances within 28 days.
* Assisting in Practising Certificate bulk renewal - gathering data from various sources.
* Managing new joiners’ registration/departures on mySRA.
* Assisting in the administration of the firm’s training in risk management and compliance.
* Conducting ad-hoc research in all areas of risk management.
* Keeping up to date with legal and regulatory information and changes.
* Assisting the Risk and Compliance Manager with the preparation of formal reports.
Key Attributes & Experience required for the role of Risk & Compliance Officer
* Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel is essential.
* Comfortable working within case management and database systems.
* Previous relevant experience and understanding of risk and compliance is essential.
* Knowledge of the law, regulation and professional standards applicable to a law firm, together with an understanding of compliance and risk issues.
* Requires resilience and composure in dealing with all situations.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and a client orientated approach.
* Confident in dealing with senior management and partners generally
If you’re a proactive, detail-oriented professional with a passion for compliance and risk management, we want to hear from you! Apply today by sending your CV to Smita Mahrt