Compliance Assurance Manager

Irwin Mitchell; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm is seeking a Compliance Assurance Manager to oversee assurance activities and lead a high-performing team. You will drive improvements in compliance processes while managing the audit team's activities in line with the firm's strategic goals. This role involves connecting with various internal stakeholders to meet regulatory obligations and enhance practices.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension schemes

Two paid volunteering days annually

Westfield Health membership

Flexible working options

Recognition in Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance or in-house legal function required.
• Ability to manage tight schedules emphasized.
• Strong ability to engage with all internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Compliance Assurance audit team's output and projects.
• Motivate and manage the Compliance Assurance team.
• Evaluate and improve efficiency of compliance processes.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Excellent drafting

Education

Law Society/SRA qualification or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking a Compliance Assurance Manager to lead our assurance activities within General Counsel, acting as an ambassador for Irwin Mitchell's compliance obligations and General Counsel's culture and standards. This role involves implementing and embedding best practices in line with the firm's values and strategic plans. The manager will serve as an important client interface across Irwin Mitchell from a compliance assurance perspective.

Your key responsibilities will include:

1. Ultimate oversight and management of the Compliance Assurance audit team's work output and relevant projects.
2. Motivating staff and creating a positive working environment for the Compliance Assurance Team where staff can develop their skills, knowledge, and career paths.
3. Day-to-day management of the Compliance Assurance audit team.
4. Connecting with GCT Compliance Business Partners to drive focussed improvements across the firm.
5. Managing work priorities/audits and ensuring successful outcomes/implementation.
6. Evaluating and improving the efficiency of processes and procedures.
7. Ensuring the firm has the correct processes, systems, and controls to adhere to its regulatory obligations; resolving complex queries in line with the firm's policies and strategy.
8. Playing a key role in the Compliance Assurance team's strategy.
9. Leading and developing a high-performing team, setting clear objectives, and creating personal development plans.

About You

• Law Society/SRA or similar experience.
• Experience in a compliance or in-house legal function.
• Experience working to tight schedules.
• Ability to deal effectively with all levels of internal stakeholders.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Ability to build relationships across internal departments.
• Excellent drafting skills.

Our Values

We’re proud of our values, and we’re looking for people who share them:

• Pioneering with an imaginative outlook.
• Approachable and caring.
• Tenacious in pursuing objectives.
• Efficient in service provision.
• Working with integrity.

Benefits

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays, with options to buy additional holiday.
• Generous pension schemes.
• Two paid volunteering days annually.
• Westfield Health membership and access to digital GP services.
• Well-being initiatives and flexible working options.
• Recognition in the Best Workplaces for Wellbeing 2024.

We are committed to diversity, inclusion, social responsibility, and sustainability, fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.