Paralegal / Executive – Risk & Compliance

We have a new opportunity for an individual with previous operational experience of Risk and Compliance within a Professional Services organisation. Joining our established team based from our Southampton office the position will ideally suit someone with a good understanding of the Risk and Compliance function who’s seeking the opportunity to build a career in the area.

This role would be suited to someone with some knowledge in areas as such as compliance, anti-money laundering, conflicts, internal audits (quality, environmental and/or information security), data protection, information security and regulatory matters. A legal background is not however essential. In addition, there may be opportunities for the right individual to gain exposure in complaints handling, advice around risk avoidance and with other project initiatives.

Blake Morgan’s internal Risk and Compliance team enables the firm to achieve its corporate objectives by effectively managing and mitigating risk.  The team provides high quality, accessible and timely advice through an understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct and compliance generally as well as Solicitor’s Professional Liability work.  The team has responsibility for implementing all relevant legislation and regulatory changes and requirements and interpreting the frameworks in a digestible way.  The team promotes best practice and develops and delivers relevant training to the whole business.

Skills / Experience Required

  • Confident communicator; excellent telephone manner
  • Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
  • Organised approach to work
  • Compliance/Risk/Audit background desired
  • Solid relevant technical expertise in compliance and regulatory, such as data protection or anti-money laundering, matters desired
  • Demonstrates up to date awareness of relevant legislation
  • Applies problem-solving techniques to a range of scenarios
  • Analytical skills and ability to spot trends
  • Dedication, determination and loyalty to colleagues, clients and communities
  • Collegiate and team-playing approach
  • Relationship-driven and people oriented
  • Enthusiastic and approachable and able to guide colleagues through relevant processes in a clear and supportive manner

How to Apply

  • Please email [email protected] to apply with a copy of your CV and cover note to explain your interests in the role.  Please also confirm your salary expectations.
  • Interviews: The interview process will start as soon as suitable candidates have been identified. We will notify you in advance if you are required to carry out a drafting exercise/skills test as part of the interview process.
  • If you have any questions, please email Rob Brown at [email protected] or telephone on 023 8085 7441.
  • Your personal data will be processed in line with our applicant privacy policy which explains how we treat your data.

Please note that we are currently only accepting CVs from direct applicants.