Join a leading South East law firm as a Senior Client Compliance Officer. This role is based in their Crawley office, playing a crucial role in managing client compliance and onboarding processes to ensure adherence to AML and SRA regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
Supervise and participate in the daily operations of the Client Compliance team to ensure efficient workflow and regulatory compliance.
Complete and analyse conflict check reports, escalating complex issues as necessary.
Manage the client due diligence (CDD) process, including obtaining, checking, and verifying necessary documentation.
Open and amend client and matter files in the firm’s case management systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Train and support Client Compliance Officers and provide guidance to legal teams on file opening and CDD processes.
Conduct file opening quality audits and spot checks to ensure adherence to procedures.
Maintain and update team policies, user guides, and procedure documentation.
Engage in continuous improvement discussions to enhance systems and processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
Proven experience in a Client Compliance role, preferably within the legal or professional services sector.
Strong understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations and CDD requirements.
Knowledge of case management systems and workflow processes.
Excellent communication skills, capable of effectively interacting with colleagues and management at all levels.
Ability to independently make decisions and understand when issues need to be escalated.
Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a high-pressure environment.
Flexibility in work hours and willingness to travel to other offices as needed.
Benefits:
25 days holiday plus additional days for Christmas and birthday, and all bank holidays.
Life Assurance and Private Healthcare.
Employee Assistance Programme and Sodexo Discounts.
Pension Scheme.
Interest-free season ticket loans and Cycle to work scheme.
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