Risk & Compliance Team Executive

Job Description

Ref: 444Role: Risk & Compliance Team ExecutiveSalary: £28,000Located: SheffieldHours:- Monday to Friday - hybrid can be consideredOur client has their own in-house Risk and Compliance team who ensure that as a business and as individuals we work within agreed SLAs and abide by the SRA code of conduct.As the new Risk and Compliance Officer you will assist the Compliance Team, COLP, COFA, MLRO/MLCO and DPO in ensuring that all activities carried out by the business meet the regulatory requirements of the SRA and applicable industry legislation, includingdata protection and anti-money laundering regulations. You will report into the Compliance Team Manager with overall responsibility for risk and compliance monitoring and resolution.The role:

• Serving as a confidential point of contact for all staff to seek clarification on issues of compliance.
• Serving as a point of contact for data protection and AML compliance, ensuring the business meets the requirements of the DPA 2018 and AML 2017
• Working with the In-House training team to develop data protection and AML training for staff alongside the Compliance Team Manager, as part of induction and refresher training.
• Reviewing data protection/AML policies and guidance documents to ensure they are up to date with any future changes, and training those changes out to the business.
• Processing requests and complaints from data subjects e.g., Subject Access Requests, Right to Erasure/Rectification.
• Analysing data protection breaches, preparing reports, and notifying the COLP/COFA/MLRO/MLCO/DPO as necessary. Where necessary, liaising with the Information Commissioner’s Office.
• In terms of regulatory compliance, supporting the Compliance Team Manager in the review of compliance policies and procedures.
• Assisting the Compliance Team Manager with specific investigations, as appropriate.
• Monitoring and considering the impact of regulatory and legislative changes, identifying any gaps and being proactive to address those gaps.
• Providing input into business and strategic decisions from a compliance perspective.
• Being proactive in providing risk and compliance support to internal projects, such as the development of new IT systems, to ensure regulatory responsibilities are met.
• In conjunction with the Compliance Team Manager and Group Employee Engagement and Communications Manager, developing and supporting an effective compliance communication programme, raising awareness of emerging compliance issues and related policies andprocedures and supporting Group business units in embedding a culture of compliance and risk management.
• The recording and analysing of compliance failures, reporting breaches to the COLP and COFA.
• Supporting the Compliance Team Manager in dealing with the firm’s annual office insurance renewals.
• Supporting the Compliance Team Manager in dealing with the annual SRA practicing certificate renewals, and firm authorisations as required.

The successful candidate:

• Experience of working with and developing policies and procedures to regulatory standards.
• Experience of working in risk and compliance within a law firm or similar environment.
• Planning, organisation, and prioritisation skills with the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Confidence to take responsibility and work independently while keeping others informed of progress.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time management skills.
• The ability to adapt in a constantly changing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with a pragmatic problem-solving approach.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
• Keen to maintain personal development and take advantage or training opportunities and keeping up to date with complaints handling issues.
• Ability to remain calm, controlled, and resilient when under pressure.

Benefits:

• Generous Annual Leave entitlement - 25 days per year + Bank Holidays
• Additional Annual Leave entitlement for long service
• Opportunities for you to progress and develop further in your career.
• Healthcare cash plan
• Pension Scheme
• Lucrative Refer a friend scheme’.
• Free Parking
• Free Costco Card
• Free Fruit Daily
• On-site subsidised canteen with relaxation area
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in service benefit
• Annual Summer and Christmas Parties
• Award Events

Glu Recruit LTD are an equal opportunities employer and are acting as a recruitment agent in the hiring of this role.Glu Recruit LTD ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment in the role that they have applied for, and any other suitable opportunity that we advertise without regard to age, belief, colour, ethnic/national origin, gender identity,race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or based on disability. If you require any additional support to apply for this role, or any other role that we advertise please contact us directly for assistance.