Risk Assistant required for a large Legal Firm in Leeds. Working in a newly created department provides an excellent opportunity for a motivated, energetic and focused individual to be involved in the set up, management and development of a high profile and effective business support unit.
Duties include:
* Providing client take-on support to the partner responsible for the client relationship
*Undertake new client and matter administrative tasks
*The purpose of the role is to deliver an exceptional client take-on service to legal colleagues, ensuring all agreed deadlines, compliance requirements and targets are met.
*Liaising with external clients regarding ID and anti-money laundering requirements
*Quality checking new client and matter details are accurate and comply with code of conduct and anti-money laundering regulations
*Researching prospective clients using web based tools, including credit and ID checks
The role works alongside the legal, compliance and finance teams. Providing an efficient and professional service to internal clients in line with defined processes and procedures.
You will have proven communication skills at all levels, strong attention to detail and accuracy with investigatory and problem solving skills.
Previous experience of working in a legal or financial services environment with a knowledge of the anti-money laundering regulations and SRA code of conduct would be an advantage but not essential