Compliance Solicitor

We’re looking for a compliance solicitor to join us at Co-op Legal Services (CLS).

In this role, we’ll look to you to be our technical specialist in regulatory compliance, providing compliance oversight and strategic support to the business for all legal and regulatory requirements. You’ll work collaboratively with the compliance manager on providing expertise relating to the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) code of conduct, operational governance, regulatory compliance framework, data protection, anti-money laundering, complaint handling, professional indemnity insurance and negligence claims. As a fast-growing business, you’ll also support us in providing due diligence and governance of contractual relationships with our business partners. As we continue to grow, they’ll be plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding career with us.

What you’ll do:

• Draft and review CLS policies and procedures – working with other business areas to drive efficiencies whilst meeting regulatory obligations
• Assist operations with client onboarding including conflict checking, client due diligence and AML queries
• Support the data protection lead and deputise when necessary to managing DSARs, deletion requests, and undertaking data breach investigations
• Sample file reviews/audits
• Be responsible for Practicing Certificate and PII policy renewals
• Investigate regulatory breach notifications, preparing reports for COLP/SRA as required
• Monitor the relationships with new and existing business partners, performing due diligence and governance of contracts
• Provide support and manage issues escalated from CLS colleagues and Heads of Practice

This role would suit people who have:

• Qualified as a solicitor
• Significant experience of SRA regulation 
• A background in legal operations, working in an SRA regulated environment 
• Experience of dealing with complaints and professional negligence claims
• Good knowledge of data protection legislation and processes 
• Understanding of money laundering regulations
• Excellent relationship building and communication skills

Why Co-op?

Here you’ll do work that matters. We’re a commercial organisation with a purpose beyond profit, you’ll have an opportunity to help us build a stronger Co-op and stronger communities. You’ll also get a package that includes:

• Competitive salary
• Coaching, training and support to help you develop
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Annual incentive scheme 
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service)
• Discounts on Co-op products and services

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 plus excellent benefits (Work Level 6A)