Onboarding & Compliance File Opening Specialist

Lawfront; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawfront is seeking a diligent File Opening Administrator to support client onboarding and matter inception across its Nottingham office. You will ensure new matters are opened accurately, in line with regulatory and group-wide requirements, working alongside fee earners, New Business, Client Data Management and Compliance teams.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills and proficiency with IT systems and case management platforms.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clear written and verbal communication with colleagues and clients.
• Proficiency with IT systems and Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting client identification and verification documents for onboarding.
• Perform AML and due diligence checks in line with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all information to open a matter is accurately entered into the case management system.
• Update and maintain matter records as information changes.
• Liaise with fee earners and teams to resolve queries and progress openings.
• Support New Business in improving file opening processes.
• Liaise with third parties regarding transaction or matter information.
• Ensure compliance with data protection and information security requirements.

Job description

Lawfront is seeking a diligent File Opening Administrator to support client onboarding and matter inception across its Nottingham office. You will ensure new matters are opened accurately, in line with regulatory and group-wide requirements, working alongside fee earners, New Business, Client Data Management and Compliance teams.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong organisational skills and proficiency with IT systems and case management platforms.