Legal Compliance Officer

Job Description

Legal Compliance Officer

Responsible to: Director

Role summary

We are looking for a competent Solicitor to ensure regulatory compliance and to promote client care. The successful candidate will also be working to enhance productivity and employee satisfaction. They should be a leader and critical thinker, ready to solve problems before they become obstacles.

Responsibilities

· Participate with the Director and Practice Manager in the general management of the firm.

· Participate with the Director and Practice Manager in promoting qualitative and quantitative performance of all staff members.

· Undertake the roles and responsibilities of SRA Compliance Officer for Legal Practice (COLP) and Compliance Officer for Finance and Administration (COFA).

· Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines, including those of the SRA and Legal Aid Agency.

· Promote good client care and service amongst all staff.

· Handle all client complaints.

· Promote staff well-being and job satisfaction.

· Ensure compliance by staff with internal company policies.

· Fulfil duties as assigned by the Director.

· Casework [subject to discussion].

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

· Must be a solicitor or otherwise authorised to carry on reserved legal activities by an approved regulator.

· Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

· Experience of working with from various cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

· Proven ability to use IT effectively.

· Ability to work as part of a team.

· Ability to prioritise and manage own workload.

Desired

· Experience of managing a team.

· Previously held similar position

· Willingness to undertake some casework

· Has an understanding of Legal Aid

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bromley, BR1 1DG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• SRA practising certificate or CILEX qualification (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bromley, BR1 1DG

Expected start date: 01/03/2025