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.