Compliance Officer

Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Client Services Professionals

We have a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and ambitious individual to join our growing dynamic team. Based in Loughborough, this role offers a varied working day and the chance to collaborate with colleagues at all levels. After an initial training period, we offer the flexibility of hybrid working models.

The ideal candidate is someone with strong written and communication skills and a good knowledge of CQS, Lexcel, SQM and SRA Regulations. Proven experience in compliance in the legal sector is desirable for this position.

About Us:

At DG Legal, we are market leaders in our industry and we specialise in supporting law firms and other legal service providers with outsourced compliance services. We draft and maintain comprehensive documents, provide expert advice, and assist on a range of compliance issues. We’re also on the brink of launching two innovative tech solutions that will shape the future of our company and it’s an exciting time to join us.

Your Role:

As a Compliance Officer, you will:
  • Draft suites of compliance documents for law firms to include; Quality Manual, Business Development Plans, Financial Crime Prevention Manual and Data Security and Information Governance Manual.
  • Draft compliance articles and guidance notes covering topics such as AML, Sanctions, Data Protection, SRA Compliance and others.
  • Prepare comprehensive applications to the SRA for new firm authorisation, change of entity and other submissions including drafting the application and preparing supporting documents.
  • Assist clients with audit preparations to include SQM, Lexcel, CQS and LAA.
  • Review SRA-regulated law firm websites for compliance with Transparency Rules and other legislative requirements.
  • Lead elements of internal team training.
  • Provide compliance advice over the telephone and via email.

What We Value:

  • Teamwork: We believe in working together to achieve great results.
  • Dependability: Our clients and team members rely on us to deliver.
  • Respect: We value diverse opinions and treat each other with respect.
  • Motivation and Ambition: We encourage growth and the drive to succeed.
  • Quality: We are committed to maintaining the highest standards.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Credentials:

  • Proven experience of compliance in the legal sector
  • Strong time management skills and self-motivation.
  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Excellent telephone manner.
  • Proficient IT skills, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Zoom

Desirable Attributes:

  • Ability to deliver external training on specific compliance topics.
  • Knowledge of some or all of the following:
    • AML regulations and LSAG
    • the Financial Sanctions Regime
    • GDPR
    • DSAR
    • ICO
    • Lexcel
    • SQM
    • CQS
  • Working knowledge of Monday.com

Additional Benefits:

We recognise our staff dedicate their time and efforts to helping us collectively as a business, we believe in offering rewards and we therefore offer the following employment benefits:

  • Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Gym membership
  • Birthday day off
  • Perkbox
  • Private medical insurance
  • Hybrid working
  • Team lunches
  • On-site parking or reimbursement for parking charges

Salary: From £35,000 a year

Are You the Right Fit?

If you are a highly motivated individual with excellent time management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work independently and you believe you possess the knowledge and skills outlined above, please send us your CV with a covering letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for our team.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please submit your CV and covering letter by clicking HERE.