Compliance Manager - Northampton/Corby

Tollers; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A Lexcel accredited law firm is seeking a Compliance Manager for their Northampton/Corby office. The successful candidate will ensure adherence to legal standards, handle risk assessments, and manage compliance training. Ideal candidates will have previous compliance experience and exceptional attention to detail. This full-time role is essential for maintaining the firm's operational integrity and requires the ability to manage a demanding workload.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a compliance environment is essential.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
• Professional telephone manner, coupled with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a risk & compliance policy & register.
• Train staff on risk & compliance updates.
• Conduct audits and update the company staff handbook.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Risk assessment

Regulatory compliance

Ability to handle pressure

Job description

Overview

Northampton/Corby

Compliance Manager role available with Tollers LLP, a Lexcel accredited law firm employing over 130 staff, based in the counties of Northamptonshire, Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire. We aim to be a premier provider of legal services to the business community and to our private clients.

We have a vacancy for a Compliance Manager based in our Northampton/Corby office.

Ideally, the successful candidate will have an understanding of the rules & regulations governing legal practice.

Responsibilities

• SRA Handbook & the Code of Conduct;
• Anti-Money Laundering;
• Data Protection;
• Risk Assessment;
• Training all staff on risk & compliance updates;
• Day-to-day focus on regulatory risk & compliance as set out by the SRA;
• Induction & training for new employees on mandatory risk & compliance;
• Renewal of 'Practising Certificates';
• Health & Safety;
• Legal 500;
• Supporting the COLP & COFA;
• Filing of Annual Returns & all other Companies House Registrations;
• Ensuring the file reviews are completed;
• Management & maintenance of a risk & compliance policy & register;
• Assisting in auditing & updating of the company staff handbook.

This role is crucial to the success of our experienced team who have a demanding workload. This means that you must be able to handle pressure and be able to prioritise your daily workload.

Additional requirements

• Previous experience in a compliance environment is essential;
• Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to work, with the ability to adhere to strict deadlines;
• Professional telephone manner, coupled with strong interpersonal skills;
• Capability to handle pressure and effectively prioritize tasks whilst managing a demanding workload.

Employment Type

Full-Time, Office-Based.

How to Apply

If you feel you have the necessary experience and are keen to contribute to our team's success, please apply by emailing [e-mail] and send a cover letter, your current CV and salary expectations.

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Ref No: 0001464

Office: Northampton / Corby