Job: Senior Compliance Officer – top 200 law firm

QED
Published
29th January 2025
Location
Crawley, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Type of Lawyer
  • Compliance Manager
Salary
£35000 - £37000 per annum
Work Hours
Full-time
Reference No:
BH-43181
Start Date
2025-01-29
Area of Law
  • Regulatory & Compliance
Contact Email
lauren.eager@qedlegal.com
Contact
Lauren Eager
Contact Phone
07854 723109
Region
South East

Description

Client Compliance Team Supervisor
Location: Gatwick (Hybrid Working Available)
Full time, Permanent

We’re working with a well-established South East law firm looking to expand their Client Compliance team. With a strong presence across multiple offices, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that provides a wide range of legal services to both businesses and individuals.

The Role:

  • Team Supervision: Oversee the day-to-day work of the Client Compliance team, ensuring an efficient and effective workflow.
  • Client Due Diligence: Manage and complete conflict check reports, and assist in the client onboarding process to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Documentation: Review and verify client CDD documentation, identifying issues, tracing complex structures, and escalating where necessary.
  • File Management: Open and amend client and matter files in case management systems, ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Training: Provide training and guidance to the Client Compliance Officers and fee earners on CDD and compliance processes.
  • Quality Audits: Carry out regular audits and spot checks to ensure adherence to procedures and identify areas for improvement.
  • Process Improvements: Contribute to discussions on improving the firm's processes and systems to increase efficiency and enhance user experience.

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in a Client Compliance administration role, ideally within the legal or professional services sector.
  • Strong understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, CDD processes, and conflict checks.
  • Knowledge of source of funds and conflicts of interest is advantageous.
  • Able to work independently, with the initiative to resolve discrepancies and escalate when necessary.
  • Experience in supervising or managing teams, with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • BONUS: Familiarity with case management systems and workflow processes would be beneficial.

Working Arrangements:

  • Hybrid working model (2 days in the office per week, flexible home working for the rest).
  • Occasional travel to other offices may be required.

Interested?
If you’re looking for the next step in your career, or know someone who is, get in touch with Lauren Eager at Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com.

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