Kent
£28,000 to £30,000
PermanentA prestigious UK law firm is looking for a Risk & Compliance Assistant to join their team in their Kent offices.
As Risk & Compliance Assistant you will work closely with the Head of Risk & Compliance and engage with teams across the firm on a wide range of regulatory and best practice matters.
Key Responsibilities for the Risk & Compliance Assistant:
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Assist in delivering the firm’s overall risk and compliance objectives, contributing to a culture of regulatory awareness and best practice.
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Support preparations for regulatory visits and external reviews, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) audits.
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Keep central compliance registers accurate and regularly updated.
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Carry out internal quality checks, reviewing client files to confirm adherence to due diligence requirements and internal protocols.
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Maintain the firm’s internal policy library, assisting in reviewing and refining documents as needed.
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Arrange and support internal meetings, including preparing agendas, distributing materials, and taking minutes.
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Assist with the coordination and administration of internal training sessions on risk and compliance matters.
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Offer support in investigating professional conduct concerns, including assisting with root cause analysis.
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Participate in ongoing compliance-related projects and initiatives as directed.
Skills and Qualifications:
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A relevant qualification or interest in compliance, risk management, or law is advantageous
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Experience working within a risk or compliance environment, preferably in a legal or professional services setting.
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Highly organised with a keen eye for detail.
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Confident using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well established UK Law firm and begin a career in Compliance. Apply today or get in touch at [email protected]
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