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Form of workOperations Compliance Officer - Manchester
Permanent, full time
Competitive, plus benefits
Role Reference - CA/BS/AT/MAR23
About Leigh Day
We are a top 100 law firm committed to claimant-only cases, ensuring that individuals have the same access to justice as the UK Government and large corporations. We’re not afraid to take on difficult and challenging cases involving medical negligence, serious personal injuries, discrimination in the workplace, defective products and human rights abuses in this country and overseas.
About the team and the role
The Professional Ethics and Compliance team support the work of the firm’s Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP), the COFA and the firm’s other SRA Officers in promoting a culture of ethical conduct and regulatory compliance. The role holder will play an active role in engaging with external providers and internal stakeholders to maintain compliance and support the aims of the firm. They will also maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including those of the SRA, the ICO and Lexcel accreditation.
Interviews may be held on a rolling basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered.
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Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Leigh Day is committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion. We value the diversity of our colleagues, our clients and the third parties with whom we work. We seek to create an environment where everyone feels included and valued for their unique characteristics, skills and abilities and supported in their needs and responsibilities.
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status.
Employee benefits
• Hybrid working (typically 2 days from home for a full-time worker)
• 29 days annual leave (excluding public holidays)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Subsidised gym/ sports team membership up to 50% off
• Cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare cash plan
• Bupa Private Health Insurance
• Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
• Free breakfasts & lunch every day
