Risk And Best Practice Assistant

Your new company
A leading legal firm with offices in Bristol and Leeds is seeking an experienced Risk and Best Practice Assistant to join their team. As a Risk and Best Practice Assistant, you will play a key role in identifying potential risks to our firm and ensuring that our policies and procedures are up-to-date and compliant with industry regulations.
The role will involve a mixture of activities and will include 1-2 days a week support of the Due Diligence team, responsible for carrying out anti-money laundering checks on clients and others.
Your new role

• Conducting risk assessments to identify potential risks to the firm, including legal, regulatory, financial, reputational, and operational risks
• Maintaining and updating policies and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
• Providing support and guidance to colleagues on Best Practices and risk management
• Assisting with the implementation of new policies and procedures, including conducting impact assessments and ensuring that changes are communicated effectively to all relevant stakeholders
• Conducting regular audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement, including reviewing client files, transaction records, and other relevant documentation

What you'll need to succeed

• 2+ years experience in Risk and Compliance from a legal or financial services background, with experience in conducting risk assessments and compliance audits
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills, with the ability to identify potential risks and recommend appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a collaborative and supportive approach to working
• Flexibility to travel between the Bristol and Leeds offices as required, with occasional travel to other locations as necessary

What you'll get in return

• Up to £28,000 salary dependent
• Hybrid working (one day a week in office)
• A minimum of 25 days of holiday (plus the option to buy up to an additional 5 days)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Generous pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Biennial private health assessment
• Life assurance
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme

What you need to do now
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