Risk and Compliance Administrator

HF

Manchester

Hybrid

GBP 26,000 - 38,000

Full time

44 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Life Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Pension Scheme

Hybrid & Flexible Working Options

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Job summary

HF in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Risk & Compliance Administrator to support audits, regulatory updates and document control. You will train in the Media City office, then transition to a hybrid arrangement with 1–2 days in the office.

The role includes contract and NDA reviews, incident logging, and education on regulatory standards within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates will have strong IT skills, excellent organisational abilities, and experience in risk/compliance or related

Qualifications

Previous experience in Risk & Compliance administration or similar role.
Strong IT skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Excellent organisational abilities and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to meet deadlines with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

Assisting the organisation of client audits
Completing client questionnaires and due diligences
Updating and maintaining databases and folder structures
Logging and investigating incidents and writing incident reports
Review contracts and NDAs
Assist with Practicing Certificate and Insurance Renewals

Skills

IT skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Stakeholder communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Risk and Compliance Administrator

Location: Manchester – Media City, Salford Quays

Hybrid – Whilst completing your training you will be required to attend our Media City office daily. Once successfully completing all training the role will be on a hybrid basis with 1 to 2 days per week in the office.

Contract Type: Perm

People. Not just lawyers

We’re not your typical law firm – we’re people with a passion for helping our clients and each other achieve the best possible outcomes. We are leading legal advisers to the insurance and commercial sectors across the UK & Ireland, known for our innovation, client focus, and long-lasting relationships. We do things differently, with a forward-thinking approach built around our clients’ needs, supported by cutting-edge technology and a culture built around people from a wide range of backgrounds who are taking an equally wide range of routes to building their careers in law.

About The Role

Risk and Compliance Administrator

Location: Manchester – Media City, Salford Quays

Contract Type: Perm

People. Not just lawyers

Are you an experienced Office Administrator looking for a new direction in your career? Or a proficient Risk & Compliance Administrator seeking a fresh challenge in a new environment?

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Risk & Compliance Administrator to join our dynamic team. This is a great opportunity to get exposure to the Risk & Compliance sector and learn valuable skills that will help you progress your career within the industry.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make an impact in an exciting, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you!

What will I be doing?

Duties

Assisting the organisation of client audits

Completing client questionnaire and due diligences

Updating and maintaining databases and folder structures

Logging and Investigating incidents and writing up incident reports

Review contracts and NDAs

Assist with Practicing Certificate and Insurance Renewals

Maintain, and apply in your day to day role, a level of understanding of the SRA, Law Society of Scotland, Law Society of Northern Ireland and Law Society of Ireland regulations.

Promote best practice at all times, acting as a positive role model for the firm's ethos and values.

Maintain strict confidentiality surrounding all projects.

Ensure documents, logs, and spreadsheets are updated accurately and actions chased.

Liaise and fact find with the business as needed.

Schedule and prepare documents, presentations, and statistics for meetings.

Attend meetings, take minutes and follow up action logs where appropriate with team members.

Collaboratively work with colleagues from across the business and confidently engage with stakeholders and colleagues at all levels.

Comply with and ensure personal awareness of the relevant firm standards, policies and working practices as set out in the firms training material and intranet policies page

Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm’s and client documentation and information in compliance with all DPA requirements.

From time to time, you will be required to carry out other ad hoc projects and duties as requested by your Manager.

This is what the hiring manager, Edmund, says about the role;

“We need someone who can bring their administration and organisational skills and take it to the next level! They will be getting involved in a variety of tasks so a methodical thinker with a high level of personal integrity is important. The department is growing and growing fast so it’s a great opportunity to gain a vast amount of knowledge across of aspects of Risk and Compliance. We need someone who believes in attention to detail as this role is paramount to the good practice of the firm.”

What do I need?

If you are hardworking, self-motivated, enjoy working as part of a successful team, but can also work independently using your initiative, then we can help you build a long and rewarding career with HF! We would ideally be looking to hear from those who have previous experience as a Risk & Compliance Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.

Having strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office suite programs, is essential for success in this role. You will have excellent organisational abilities that allow you to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Coupled with an ability to meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

If you are meticulous, adaptable and passionate about driving continuous improvement, this could be the ideal role for you!

Key /Desirable Skills

Excellent IT skills, including Microsoft Office suite programs

Ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders

Excellent relationship builder and communicator

Excellent written and communication skills

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks

Professional and trustworthy with a high level of integrity

Self-motivated

Objective

Adapts to new process positively and quickly

Able to meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy

Passion to drive continuous improvement

Attention to detail / ability to see the bigger picture

What’s in it for you?

Apart from the competitive salary you’d expect, our package of benefits reflects our values of partnership, innovation, and being real people. We’re committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone feels supported, empowered, and part of our success.

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