Senior Compliance Officer

We are looking for a Senior Compliance Officer to join our Business Acceptance team. The role will involve day-to-day compliance work, people management, and training. You will be responsible for managing client onboarding and matter opening workflows, resolving conflicts, and advising fee-earners on information and documentation required to complete CDD. You will also be involved in mentoring and leading colleagues and providing out-of-hours assistance on time-sensitive matters.

Requirements

• At least 4 years' experience in a business acceptance role, preferably in a law firm environment
• Solid, demonstrable understanding of AML and conflicts rules applicable in all jurisdictions in which the firm operates
• Pragmatic, commercial and lateral thinking and creative problem-solving skills
• A team-first, can-do attitude and a commitment to doing what it takes to achieve results in a timely, efficient manner
• Strong research skills and familiarity with widely used vendors such as Orbis, Accuity and equivalents
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the gravitas to support taking the lead in discussions with partners, fee earners and support staff
• Proven ability to work both independently and as part of a global team
• Experience of using Intapp Open and Walls
• Ability to work under time pressure and prioritise effectively to meet multiple deadlines
• A desire to build on existing knowledge and proactively contribute to changes in team processes and procedures

Benefits

• A competitive salary
• Life assurance, private health and dental care for you and your family
• The opportunity to support the firm's charity through volunteering leave
• A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties