Risk & Compliance Auditor

Kennedys; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennedys is seeking a Legal File Auditor to join their Risk & Compliance department. This role involves leading annual file audits, contributing to quality management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have robust legal management experience and a proactive attitude towards audit processes.

Benefits

Learning and development programs

Opportunities for secondments

Inclusive culture promoting diversity

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of legal file management experience.
• Experience with supervisory roles or file audits preferred.
• Proactive approach to handling confidential matters.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the annual lawyer file audit program.
• Deliver high-quality audit reports and monitor corrective actions.
• Participate in internal and global audit processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kennedys is seeking a Legal File Auditor to join our Risk & Compliance department, providing expert guidance on professional responsibility, risk, and compliance issues within the Quality and Audit Risk team.

Team Overview

The Risk & Compliance team manages partnership, risk, and compliance issues, serving as an in-house legal department for regulatory and professional conduct inquiries. The Quality and Audit Risk team conducts annual lawyer file audits and supports client team audits.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the annual lawyer file audit program.
• Deliver high-quality audit reports and monitor corrective actions.
• Participate in internal and global audit processes.
• Discuss audit findings with fee earners, team leaders, and Partners.
• Support ISO 9001 Quality Management accreditation audits.
• Help develop internal audit processes and participate in due diligence activities.

Required Experience

• At least 2 years of legal file management experience.
• Experience with supervisory roles, peer review, or file audits is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills with a proactive approach.
• Ability to handle confidential matters discreetly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Attention to detail.

Please inform us if you need any support or adjustments for your application.

*Experience levels are guidelines and applications from candidates with more or less experience are welcome.

About Kennedys

Kennedys is a global law firm specializing in dispute resolution and advisory services, with over 2,500 staff across 45 offices worldwide. We handle contentious and non-contentious legal matters, particularly in litigation and insurance claims.

We foster a progressive culture, encouraging diverse perspectives and innovative solutions, supported by technology and continuous development opportunities.

Our Offerings

We invite high-performing professionals across various roles to join our expanding global team. We value approachability, support, and a distinctive culture rooted in client service, professional excellence, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We invest in our people through learning, mentoring, and development programs, including opportunities for secondments and global mobility. Our inclusive culture aims to empower everyone to bring their authentic selves to work, supporting their growth and well-being.

Kennedys is committed to equal opportunities and ensuring an inclusive recruitment process, adhering to all relevant policies and procedures, including Information Security, Data Protection, and Quality Management.