Compliance Officer

Compliance Officer
Award-winning Law Firm
£28,000
6 month contract +

The Firm
Crone Corkill is working on a rare opportunity for LLB qualified Compliance Officer to join an award winning law firm in their North London office on a full-time contractual basis.
Renowned for their expert knowledge across family law, intellectual property through to property and contentious matters, they are well known in the London legal market and offer a social and supportive culture, with many staff members there for over 10 years. The team is looking for a detail oriented compliance officer to join the team on an immediate basis.

The Role
You will partner with internal stakeholders and ensure processes are upheld & continuously improved:

• Advising and supporting fee earners and business functions on client matters including client care & AML
• Processing compliance & conflict checks
• Carrying out background checks
• Processing identification & security documents
• Liaising with fee-earners, paralegals and clients to obtain outstanding information.
• Handling conflicts, AML, sanctions and risk assessment queries in the client inbox.
• Writing risk assessments and providing appropriate risk ratings.
• Assisting with MLRO reporting
• Updating the firm’s case management system as an ongoing requirement.
• Dealing with ad hoc queries, including requests for reopening files and background checks

About You
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* Able to confidently liaise with clients and colleagues at all levels.
* Strong organisational skills and prioritisation in high-volume situations.
* Able to multi-task, manage time-sensitive matters and take responsibility for
delegated tasks.
* Excellent technical skills.
* Able to apply initiative and analyse data with attention to detail.
* Must be proactive and thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment.

This is a rare opportunity to join a business that is known for its excellent culture and longevity amongst staff. Apply now or contact Jess O Brien to discuss your application.