Compliance Officer

Recruiter
Origin Legal
Location
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire
Salary
£35-40k + bonus
Posted
13 Jan 2017
Closes
10 Feb 2017
Ref
CH/1301
Job Title
Paralegal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

A multinational company based in Nottingham is seeking a Compliance Officer / Assistant Counsel to join their growing team.

Duties and responsibilties

  • Ensure compliance with regulations and standards (FCA, AML, ATF, KYC etc.)
  • Advise management on all legal issues, including customer and supplier contractual matters
  • Propose and implement risk and compliance agenda, policies and framework
  • Draft, review and maintain all relevant internal policies
  • Develop and deliver appropriate training on regulatory policies and procedures
  • Prepare reports to MD on compliance issues and violations
  • Conduct periodic internal audit of processing center team functions and practices
  • Assist with drafting and/or legal review of customer and supplier contracts, agreements and other legal documentation
  • Advise and guide customers/prospects on all compliance requirement
  • Other related duties where required

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in law or related discipline - master's degree or postgraduate legal qualification advantageous
  • Professional experience and knowledge of data protection and regulatory compliance gained within a law firm or in-house department
  • Exposure to the technology sector would be desirable, but not essential