Compliance and Business Support Officer

CONFIDENTIAL - COMPLIANCE and BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICERSalary: £28,000-£35,000 per annum, depending on experienceLocation: Stoke On TrentHours: Full-time Hybrid/flexible working availableAbout the RoleA well-established law firm is seeking a Compliance and Business Support Officer to support the firm''s legal teams with client onboarding, AML compliance, file management and internal audits.This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual looking to develop their career within a professional legal environment.Key ResponsibilitiesManage the full lifecycle of legal files, from opening and CDD/AML onboarding through to closure and archiving.Complete client due diligence, identity checks, AML risk assessments and Source of Funds/Wealth checks.Liaise with clients and fee earners to obtain outstanding compliance information.Conduct internal file audits and identify missing documentation, risks and procedural issues.Assist with SRA and Lexcel compliance and preparation for external audits.Ensure files are closed, archived and retained in accordance with firm procedures and GDPR.Maintain compliance records, risk registers and internal databases.Provide practical support to fee earners and contribute to improvements in the firm''s processes and procedures.About YouWe are looking for someone with:1-2 years'' experience within a law firm or legal services environment.Practical knowledge of CDD, AML and Source of Funds checks.Excellent attention to detail ..... full job details .....