Description

What you’ll be doing

  • Assisting with checking documentation and AML information collected for the new client and matter opening process.
  • Assisting with carrying out research in respect of clients and matters, including client websites, using screening software and other appropriate databases.
  • Checking and verifying information provided by fee earners and support staff and providing guidance to fee earners and support staff internationally on the necessary information and documentation required to complete the new client and matter opening process.
  • Fielding and where possible dealing enquiries from fee earners and support staff and building good rapport.
  • To conduct and analyse potential conflicts of interest by using conflicts database searches in Intapp Open.
  • To be alert to potential commercial conflicts and ensure these are handled appropriately.
  • To work closely with the wider Risk and Compliance Team , who will provide training on carrying out more complex conflicts and AML analysis.
  • To gain a good understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct rules relating to conflicts of interest and the duties of confidentiality and disclosure.
  • To provide administration support within the team.
  • To assist with any other duties related to the resolution of conflicts of interest issues as required.
  • What you’ll need

  • A positive and enthusiastic graduate who is looking to embark on a career within legal compliance. Non-graduates with previous compliance experience will also be considered.
  • Strong communication skills and client focused.
  • Experience and ability to work well with others as part of a team and to also work independently.
  • Strong prioritisation skills and the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Good attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to interact with fee earners and support staff and building positive relationships and establishing yourself as a key member of both the team and the Firm.
  • Excellent organisational skills.
  • Excellent IT skills across the MS suite of programmes along with a keen interest and willingness to learn new computer packages, software and systems.
  • Prepared to undertake training deemed necessary by the Firm to meet the needs of the business and be flexible in approach.
  • As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.

    Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant’s suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.