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. As a fast-growing business, you'll also support us in providing due diligence and governance of contractual relationships with our business partners. As CLS continues to grow, there'll be plenty of opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding career with us. Why this job matters You'll work collaboratively with the Compliance team supporting legal operations and providing knowledge 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. Your expertise will help ensure that CLS meets its regulatory obligations and protects the business as it grows. What you'll do

• Advise on matters relating to the SRA Standards and Regulations, Principles, Codes of Conduct, and engaging with the relevant regulators as required
• 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
  
  Significant experience of SRA regulation as a qualified solicitor
• A background in legal operations
• Strong analytical, communication, and organisational skills, combined with a proactive and solution-orientated mindset
• Experience of dealing with complaints and professional negligence claims
• Good knowledge of data protection legislation and processes
• Understanding of money laundering regulations, Team-work
• Detail orientated
• Organisation
• Communication
• Relationship-building
• Adaptability
  
  Our Legal Services teams are dedicated to supporting clients in their hour of need. We work hard, go the extra mile and hit targets to make sure their cases are resolved in a timely way. With that comes the satisfaction of knowing we've done right by our clients during life's most difficult moments.
Our probate colleagues support bereaved families as they manage the legal and financial processes surrounding the money, property, and possessions of a person who's died. Our probate teams are experts at what they do and are supported by innovative AI tools and case management technology. Our wills and estate planning teams help clients make a will that's right for their circumstances. It's vital that in their hour of need, clients can make informed choices about their legal planning, and our wills and estate planning colleagues discuss their wishes and offer expert guidance and support. Our trusted family law colleagues help clients navigate a wide range of important life moments including divorce, legal separation and child custody matters. We recruit for a variety of qualified and non-qualified roles, and no matter which part of the team you join, you'll get comprehensive training and a wide range of options to develop your skill set without breaking the bank. Our personal injury solicitors and litigation lawyers are committed to getting the best outcomes for our clients. Each year, they secure millions of pounds in compensation for people who have been injured in accidents through no fault of their own. Our medical negligence team works tirelessly to secure compensation for those who have suffered due to medical negligence or accidents caused by healthcare professionals. Building a career as a medical negligence solicitor at Co-op Legal Services offers you the chance to make a real difference and have a visible impact on the wellbeing of your clients., At Co-op, we're passionate about doing great work for the communities we trade in. That means having the right people, from all walks of life and backgrounds, in our team to serve them. Take a look below how to become one of our colleagues.

At Co-op, we're owned by our members. And because we're owned by you, we can do right by you. So when you join us, you're not just taking a job, you're joining a movement. We're an organisation that puts people and communities first, and we're powered by purpose. We want this to be a place where you can thrive, so you'll also receive:
• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance)
• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 with service) plus bank holidays
• A pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Private healthcare
• 30% discount on Co-op products and 10% off other brands
• Stream - early access to a percentage of your pay as you earn it
• Virtual healthcare including GP appointments, mental health support, nutrition and fitness advice
• 24/7 colleague support service
• Training and support for your development and career progression
• Cycle-to-work scheme
A place you'll belong We're building diverse and inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and are committed to creating a workplace where colleagues can feel like they belong, supported by our inclusive policies and the ways we work.,
• Coaching, training and support such as study leave, to help you develop your skills and progress your career
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions
• Incentive scheme up to 10% after probation
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 32 in line with service)
• Wellbeing benefits to support your physical financial and mental health
• Discounts on Co-op products and services