Are you an experienced Office Administrator seeking a new direction in your career? Or a proficient Risk & Compliance Administrator ready for a fresh challenge in a new environment?

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Risk & Compliance Administrator to join our dynamic team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to the Risk & Compliance sector and develop valuable skills that will support your career progression within the industry.

If you are prepared to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in an exciting, fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with the Risk & Compliance Manager, you will provide comprehensive administrative support, demonstrating a high degree of self-management and initiative. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting in organising client audits
• Completing client questionnaires and due diligence documentation
• Updating and maintaining databases and folder structures
• Logging and investigating incidents, including drafting incident reports
• Reviewing contracts and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs)
• Assisting with Practising Certificate and Insurance renewals
• Maintaining an up-to-date understanding of SRA, Law Society of Scotland, Law Society of Northern Ireland, and Law Society of Ireland regulations, applying this knowledge daily
• Promoting best practise at all times, acting as a positive role model for the firm’s ethos and values
• Ensuring strict confidentiality for all projects and sensitive information
• Accurately updating documents, logs, and spreadsheets, and following up on outstanding actions
• Liaising with various departments to gather information and support business needs
• Scheduling and preparing documents, presentations, and statistics for meetings
• Attending meetings, taking minutes, and managing follow-up action logs with team members
• Collaborating effectively with colleagues across the business and confidently engaging with stakeholders at all levels
• Adhering to and promoting awareness of firm standards, policies, and working practises as outlined in training materials and intranet resources
• Ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act (DPA) in handling all firm and client documentation and information
• Undertaking other ad hoc projects and duties as requested by your Manager

Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, self-motivated, and enjoys working both independently and as part of a successful team. Ideally, you will have prior experience in a Risk & Compliance Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or similar role.

Strong IT skills, particularly with the Microsoft Office suite, are essential. You should possess excellent organisational abilities that enable you to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively while meeting deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.

If you are meticulous, adaptable, and passionate about driving continuous improvement, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Key and Desirable Skills

• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite programmes
• Ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders
• Strong relationship-building skills and effective communicator
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks efficiently
• Professional, trustworthy, and demonstrates a high level of integrity
• Self-motivated with the ability to work proactively
• Objective and impartial in approach
• Adaptable to new processes positively and quickly
• Able to meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy
• Passionate about driving continuous improvement
• Attention to detail combined with the ability to see the bigger picture

Contact information

Yashini Govender