Compliance Lawyer

• Location: Guildford
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus benefits

My Client is seeking a Compliance Lawyer to join an innovative Compliance Department. This role is ideal for a technically minded individual with strong property experience, who is looking for a non-fee earning and non-client facing position. The successful candidate will be involved in reviewing and processing high volume, time-critical payments and providing technical legal assistance.

Day to Day of the role:
• Review legal title documentation for the purpose of reviewing payment requests.
• Work with the compliance team to provide technical legal assistance.
• Provide assistance to the COLP (Compliance Officer for Legal Practice) and COFA (Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration).

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Qualified lawyer - solicitor, legal executive, licensed conveyancer (desirable).
• Proven experience in property matters.
• Understanding of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and SRA (Solicitors Regulation Authority) regulatory requirements, including the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Ability to work well under pressure and with others.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Effective time management skills.
• Flexibility to manage a workload that can differ greatly from day to day.
• Ability to turn around work at a fast pace.

Benefits:
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance.
• Pension via NEST.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Complimentary breakfast, lunch, snacks, and drinks from our onsite Bistro.
• Free onsite gym with access to a Personal Trainer.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 22 days annual leave, increasing with service.
• Christmas closure pay.
• Occupational Health.
• Company events.

How to apply:To apply for the Compliance Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.