£35K/yr to £40K/yr
England, United Kingdom
Permanent, Variable

Compliance Lawyer

Posted by Reed.

Compliance Lawyer

  • Location: Guildford
  • Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
  • Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits

My Client is seeking a Compliance Lawyer to join an innovative Compliance Department. This role is ideal for a technically minded individual with strong property experience, who is looking for a non-fee earning and non-client facing position. The successful candidate will be involved in reviewing and processing high volume, time-critical payments and providing technical legal assistance.

Day to Day of the role:

  • Review legal title documentation for the purpose of reviewing payment requests.
  • Work with the compliance team to provide technical legal assistance.
  • Provide assistance to the COLP (Compliance Officer for Legal Practice) and COFA (Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration).

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Qualified lawyer - solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer (desirable).
  • Proven experience in property matters.
  • Understanding of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) regulatory requirements, including the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
  • Ability to work well under pressure and with others.
  • Exceptional attention to detail.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Flexibility to manage a workload that can differ greatly from day to day.
  • Ability to turn around work at a fast pace.

Benefits:

  • Private medical insurance.
  • Life assurance.
  • Pension via NEST.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Complimentary breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks from our onsite Bistro.
  • Free onsite gym with access to a Personal Trainer.
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  • 22 days annual leave, increasing with service.
  • Christmas closure pay.
  • Occupational Health.
  • Company events.

How to apply:

To apply for the Compliance Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.