Part Time AML Compliance Assistant - Legal

hireful; Bedford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Bedford is seeking an AML Compliance Assistant for a part-time position. The role involves vital compliance support, including managing compliance documentation and ensuring adherence to AML and GDPR regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong legal background and be enthusiastic about contributing to a progressive legal environment.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays and birthday day off

Private healthcare

Pension and life insurance

Income protection scheme

Employee discount scheme

Cash plan

Firmwide bonus scheme

Social events

Access to Calm Premium

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance and AML within a legal environment.
• Legal background as a Paralegal or Fee Earner.
• Solid understanding of SRA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the compliance department with updating policies and procedures.
• Manage compliance documentation and maintain registers.
• Handle routine compliance queries and monitor for potential issues.

Skills

Compliance

AML

GDPR

Legal knowledge

Job description

Do you have experience in compliance and AML within a legal environment? Perhaps you have Paralegal or Fee earning experience and want something a bit different? Looking for a part time position that values your skills and contributions?

You’ve found it.

Working for this forward thinking and well-established legal firm, as an AML Compliance Assistant, you’ll provide vital compliance support to ensure all customers and the firm are in safe hands.

Salary – Up to £30,000 Per Annum (Pro rata)

Location – Bedford

Role Type – Permanent / Part Time / 3 Days Per Week / 9-5:30

Benefits - 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays + birthday day off with a gift voucher),Private healthcare, pension & life insurance, income protection scheme, employee discount scheme, cash plan, firmwide bonus scheme, social events and access to Calm Premium

The Role

In this varied role, you’ll support the compliance department with updating policies and procedures, including AML and GDPR, and handle initial responses to complaints while ensuring proper processes are followed.

You’ll manage compliance documentation, maintain registers, conduct file reviews, and respond to routine compliance queries. You'll also monitor for potential issues and escalate them where necessary.

The ideal candidate will have a strong legal background, such as experience as a Paralegal, Fee Earner, or AML Compliance Officer, with a solid understanding of SRA rules and regulations.

Sound like your perfect role? Apply today!