We are exclusively recruiting for a growing global Brokerage & Hedge fund specialist with over $18 billion AUM. They are looking to hire a hands-on Compliance Manager covering all aspect of Compliance including Financial Crime whilst holding the SMF17 for their London Office. Main Responsibilities Provide advice to the business on regulatory matters Drafting, implementing and updating firm policies and procedures Monitoring developments on local legal/regulatory websites for potential regulatory compliance obligations/issues Lead the implementation and maintenance of the Compliance framework for the London office Carrying out AML monitoring and assisting with the design and development of relevant AML reports Advising on the financial crime aspects of new financial services/product developments Prepare annual AML/CFT and financial crime risk assessment, relevant to the operating environment (UK and international) for presenting to the Board of Directors. Assisting with the development and delivery of compliance training programs Assist in ad hoc projects as and when required Job Requirements: Degree educated At least 5 years regulatory experience from within a similar regulated financial services business Knowledge of AIFMD is an advantage Either currently holding the SMF17 function or looking to hold it for the first time Excellent verbal & written communication skills. The CLARC Guarantee - we 100% guarantee that your CV will never be sent to a client without your prior expressed permission so all of your details are totally secure with us.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
We are exclusively recruiting for a growing global Brokerage & Hedge fund specialist with over $18 billion AUM. They are looking to hire a hands-on Compliance Manager covering all aspect of Compliance including Financial Crime whilst holding the SMF17 for their London Office. Main Responsibilities Provide advice to the business on regulatory matters Drafting, implementing and updating firm policies and procedures Monitoring developments on local legal/regulatory websites for potential regulatory compliance obligations/issues Lead the implementation and maintenance of the Compliance framework for the London office Carrying out AML monitoring and assisting with the design and development of relevant AML reports Advising on the financial crime aspects of new financial services/product developments Prepare annual AML/CFT and financial crime risk assessment, relevant to the operating environment (UK and international) for presenting to the Board of Directors. Assisting with the development and delivery of compliance training programs Assist in ad hoc projects as and when required Job Requirements: Degree educated At least 5 years regulatory experience from within a similar regulated financial services business Knowledge of AIFMD is an advantage Either currently holding the SMF17 function or looking to hold it for the first time Excellent verbal & written communication skills. The CLARC Guarantee - we 100% guarantee that your CV will never be sent to a client without your prior expressed permission so all of your details are totally secure with us.
At M&G our vision is: to become the best loved and most successful savings and investment business and we're looking for people who are excited about joining us on our journey. We're digitally transforming and investing heavily in technology and innovation to develop new and improved customer propositions that really raise the bar for our customers. To help us achieve our vision we're looking for exceptional people who live our values and behaviours and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliver results and keep it simple. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain exceptional people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationality, disability, or military service and welcome those who have taken career breaks. We will consider flexible working arrangements or home working arrangements for any of our roles. What you can expect from us: We are committed to creating an environment where you can be exceptional at all you do. To help us deliver this, we promise to: Challenge Your Limits by creating a stimulating working environment and providing opportunities for you to be involved in meaningful and challenging work Support Your Aspirations with a commitment to learning and development that helps you achieve and build your experience with people who want you to succeed Value Your Input whereby leaders and managers will involve you in key decisions, listen to your thoughts and recognise the important contribution you make Balance Your Life through a work life partnership that focuses on making this an inclusive, diverse and friendly place to work and offers the flexibility and support that enables everyone to be at their best How do we support our employees: All M&G plc employees will be supported in the workplace through our M&G Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). If you need counselling, confidential financial or legal advice. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and offers access to qualified professionals who can provide specialist information, advice and support on many issues. It offers a broad range of services, including help with family issues, maintaining work/life balance and mental health support. The Role: An opportunity has arisen for an Analyst to join Group Financial Crime Compliance (GFCC) Policy, Standards and Advisory ('PSA') team at M&G. This team is responsible for designing and cascading Group Policy and Standard's across M&G plc and be the primary advisory support to regional MLRO's/AML Officers and their teams, wherever we operate. This support role would suit someone who is technically savvy, understands regulations and looking to grow their career further within the financial crime space. Key Work Level Accountabilities: Experienced Colleague: Accountable for providing a quality service or product to customers and stakeholders, using skills/experience built through significant practical experience or training Delivers outputs that are clearly defined, using discretion over how to achieve them Makes suggestions for improvements to the work of the team, based on previous experience and knowledge of similar situations Key Responsibilities for this role: Support the function in: Playing a support role in various projects within the function including supporting Consultants and Senior Consultants as directed by the Head of PSA; Primarily managing the Team Inbox, maintaining trackers/logs and allocating tasks within agreed SLA's. Organising and co-ordinating Team meetings, keeping log of actions and ensuring follow-up to closure; Supporting in group-level Due diligence Questionnaires and update relevant KYC packs as required; Ad-hoc roles and responsibilities as required from time-to-time directed by the Head of PSA Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Knowledge of financial crime compliance and the regulatory framework; Strong attention to detail and abilities in analysing a wide range of data in-depth reports that suggest strategic and operational changes; Use statistical methods to identify areas for operational improvement and make suggestions for streamlining processes with the PSA function; Ability to perform gap analysis - current state of controls and required future state. Highly skilled in producing reports in MS Excel (using Pivot-tables, V-Look Up, etc); Good presentation skills and competent in using MS PowerPoint; Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets; Excellent stakeholder engagement skills within the wider function and other regions of M&G's operations; Desirable - Professionally recognised industry qualification(s) in one FCC or AML e.g. ICA/CAMS Recruiter: Tom Hunt Work Level: Experienced Colleague Closing Date: 31/01/2022 We live by four behaviours at M&G and we ask all our employees to: Inspire Others - Support and encourage each other, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed Embrace Change - Be open to change, willing to be challenged and able to adapt quickly and imaginatively to new ideas Deliver Results - Focus on outcomes, set high standards and deliver with energy and determination Keep it Simple - Cut through complexity and bureaucracy, be clear and decisive and never overcomplicate things
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
At M&G our vision is: to become the best loved and most successful savings and investment business and we're looking for people who are excited about joining us on our journey. We're digitally transforming and investing heavily in technology and innovation to develop new and improved customer propositions that really raise the bar for our customers. To help us achieve our vision we're looking for exceptional people who live our values and behaviours and who can inspire others; embrace change; deliver results and keep it simple. We know that an inclusive environment makes us more accessible and ensures we attract, engage, promote and retain exceptional people. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity/nationality, disability, or military service and welcome those who have taken career breaks. We will consider flexible working arrangements or home working arrangements for any of our roles. What you can expect from us: We are committed to creating an environment where you can be exceptional at all you do. To help us deliver this, we promise to: Challenge Your Limits by creating a stimulating working environment and providing opportunities for you to be involved in meaningful and challenging work Support Your Aspirations with a commitment to learning and development that helps you achieve and build your experience with people who want you to succeed Value Your Input whereby leaders and managers will involve you in key decisions, listen to your thoughts and recognise the important contribution you make Balance Your Life through a work life partnership that focuses on making this an inclusive, diverse and friendly place to work and offers the flexibility and support that enables everyone to be at their best How do we support our employees: All M&G plc employees will be supported in the workplace through our M&G Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). If you need counselling, confidential financial or legal advice. The service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and offers access to qualified professionals who can provide specialist information, advice and support on many issues. It offers a broad range of services, including help with family issues, maintaining work/life balance and mental health support. The Role: An opportunity has arisen for an Analyst to join Group Financial Crime Compliance (GFCC) Policy, Standards and Advisory ('PSA') team at M&G. This team is responsible for designing and cascading Group Policy and Standard's across M&G plc and be the primary advisory support to regional MLRO's/AML Officers and their teams, wherever we operate. This support role would suit someone who is technically savvy, understands regulations and looking to grow their career further within the financial crime space. Key Work Level Accountabilities: Experienced Colleague: Accountable for providing a quality service or product to customers and stakeholders, using skills/experience built through significant practical experience or training Delivers outputs that are clearly defined, using discretion over how to achieve them Makes suggestions for improvements to the work of the team, based on previous experience and knowledge of similar situations Key Responsibilities for this role: Support the function in: Playing a support role in various projects within the function including supporting Consultants and Senior Consultants as directed by the Head of PSA; Primarily managing the Team Inbox, maintaining trackers/logs and allocating tasks within agreed SLA's. Organising and co-ordinating Team meetings, keeping log of actions and ensuring follow-up to closure; Supporting in group-level Due diligence Questionnaires and update relevant KYC packs as required; Ad-hoc roles and responsibilities as required from time-to-time directed by the Head of PSA Key Knowledge, Skills & Experience: Knowledge of financial crime compliance and the regulatory framework; Strong attention to detail and abilities in analysing a wide range of data in-depth reports that suggest strategic and operational changes; Use statistical methods to identify areas for operational improvement and make suggestions for streamlining processes with the PSA function; Ability to perform gap analysis - current state of controls and required future state. Highly skilled in producing reports in MS Excel (using Pivot-tables, V-Look Up, etc); Good presentation skills and competent in using MS PowerPoint; Ability to work effectively with management and part of a team to meet targets; Excellent stakeholder engagement skills within the wider function and other regions of M&G's operations; Desirable - Professionally recognised industry qualification(s) in one FCC or AML e.g. ICA/CAMS Recruiter: Tom Hunt Work Level: Experienced Colleague Closing Date: 31/01/2022 We live by four behaviours at M&G and we ask all our employees to: Inspire Others - Support and encourage each other, creating an environment where everyone can contribute and succeed Embrace Change - Be open to change, willing to be challenged and able to adapt quickly and imaginatively to new ideas Deliver Results - Focus on outcomes, set high standards and deliver with energy and determination Keep it Simple - Cut through complexity and bureaucracy, be clear and decisive and never overcomplicate things
The responsibilities associated with this role are expected to include but not limited to: Provide compliance advisory services to management, business and functional units in relation to UK and EU regulatory regimes Construct, review and maintain compliance policies, procedures and processes to ensure that the systems and controls framework is adequate and up-to-date Conduct compliance reviews, perform compliance monitoring and surveillance to ensure that policies, procedures and practices are being followed and adhered to Monitor business activities and put in place specific measures as necessary Monitor UK and EU regulatory developments relevant and applicable to the firm and provide impact analysis, work on projects to implement any changes that may be required Ensure that the AML systems and controls meet regulatory requirements and are complied with Ensure that the firm complies with the capital requirements under CRD/CRR and IFPR Handle conflicts of interest analysis and management Work on compliance operations such as gifts and entertainment registration, personal account dealing and outside business interests approval, handle KYC and client due diligence etc. that may be required Prepare internal reports and management information, assist on filing regulatory reports Assist on developing and delivering staff training Experience Minimum 5 years of relevant UK/EU compliance experience in an investment bank or securities firm Experience in relation to securities brokerage and corporate finance preferred Experience and good understanding of CRD/CRR and IFPR implementation preferred Familiar with relevant EU and UK regulatory rules applicable to FCA regulated activities Skills and Abilities A self-starter with keen initiative and excellent interpersonal skills A professional with high integrity Able to work with a minimum level of supervision Strong analytical and evaluative skills, attentive to details Good communication skill and a good team player Chinese language abilities are desirable Good understanding of EU/UK regulatory issues and developments General broad understanding of financial products, brokerage and investment banking services Qualifications University degree in law, economics and accounting/finance disciplines Qualified lawyer or law degree holder desirable but not essential
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
The responsibilities associated with this role are expected to include but not limited to: Provide compliance advisory services to management, business and functional units in relation to UK and EU regulatory regimes Construct, review and maintain compliance policies, procedures and processes to ensure that the systems and controls framework is adequate and up-to-date Conduct compliance reviews, perform compliance monitoring and surveillance to ensure that policies, procedures and practices are being followed and adhered to Monitor business activities and put in place specific measures as necessary Monitor UK and EU regulatory developments relevant and applicable to the firm and provide impact analysis, work on projects to implement any changes that may be required Ensure that the AML systems and controls meet regulatory requirements and are complied with Ensure that the firm complies with the capital requirements under CRD/CRR and IFPR Handle conflicts of interest analysis and management Work on compliance operations such as gifts and entertainment registration, personal account dealing and outside business interests approval, handle KYC and client due diligence etc. that may be required Prepare internal reports and management information, assist on filing regulatory reports Assist on developing and delivering staff training Experience Minimum 5 years of relevant UK/EU compliance experience in an investment bank or securities firm Experience in relation to securities brokerage and corporate finance preferred Experience and good understanding of CRD/CRR and IFPR implementation preferred Familiar with relevant EU and UK regulatory rules applicable to FCA regulated activities Skills and Abilities A self-starter with keen initiative and excellent interpersonal skills A professional with high integrity Able to work with a minimum level of supervision Strong analytical and evaluative skills, attentive to details Good communication skill and a good team player Chinese language abilities are desirable Good understanding of EU/UK regulatory issues and developments General broad understanding of financial products, brokerage and investment banking services Qualifications University degree in law, economics and accounting/finance disciplines Qualified lawyer or law degree holder desirable but not essential
Financial Crime Models / Intelligence team forms part of the wider Financial Crime team that services the bank and wealth division. The team is primarily responsible for the development of technologies to ensure effective transaction monitoring, client and payment screening and data analysis to assist in the prevention and detection of Financial Crime. What are the key responsibilities? Support the development and implementation of the new transaction monitoring system Provide subject matter expertise to the business, IT and third party vendors, whilst ensuring compliance with regulations Cleary articulate financial crime business requirements Perform data and trend analysis Support model development for effective transaction monitoring Build, tune and calibrate scenarios using analytical techniques Perform user acceptance testing Provide challenge and recommendations for improvements Implement and enhance policies and procedures Provide training and guidance Assist in the ongoing development and enhancement of the transaction monitoring methodology Provide regular feedback to senior management What skills are we looking for ? Extensive financial crime & transaction monitoring experience is essential Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and align business needs Previous experience in scenario modelling and trend analysis Advanced knowledge of data analysis, using tools such as SQL and SAS programming Relevant industry qualifications (such as the ICA Diploma level within Financial Crime)
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Financial Crime Models / Intelligence team forms part of the wider Financial Crime team that services the bank and wealth division. The team is primarily responsible for the development of technologies to ensure effective transaction monitoring, client and payment screening and data analysis to assist in the prevention and detection of Financial Crime. What are the key responsibilities? Support the development and implementation of the new transaction monitoring system Provide subject matter expertise to the business, IT and third party vendors, whilst ensuring compliance with regulations Cleary articulate financial crime business requirements Perform data and trend analysis Support model development for effective transaction monitoring Build, tune and calibrate scenarios using analytical techniques Perform user acceptance testing Provide challenge and recommendations for improvements Implement and enhance policies and procedures Provide training and guidance Assist in the ongoing development and enhancement of the transaction monitoring methodology Provide regular feedback to senior management What skills are we looking for ? Extensive financial crime & transaction monitoring experience is essential Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and align business needs Previous experience in scenario modelling and trend analysis Advanced knowledge of data analysis, using tools such as SQL and SAS programming Relevant industry qualifications (such as the ICA Diploma level within Financial Crime)
About Us: We are PIMCO, a leading global asset management firm. We manage investments and develop solutions across the full spectrum of asset classes, strategies and vehicles: fixed income, equities, commodities, asset allocation, ETFs, hedge funds and private equity. PIMCO is one of the largest investment managers, actively managing more than $2.2 trillion in assets for clients around the world. PIMCO has over 3,070 employees in 22 offices globally. PIMCO is recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. PIMCO is one of the world's premier fixed income investment managers with thousands of professionals around the world united in a single purpose: creating opportunities for our clients in every environment. Since 1971, we have brought innovation and expertise to our partnership with the institutions, financial advisors and millions of individual investors who entrust us with their assets. We aspire to cultivate performance and leadership through empowering our people, diversity of thought, and a commitment to an inclusive culture that engages in our global communities. Position Description: Essential Job Functions Key areas of responsibility will include: Support the investment team in deal execution including coordinating with outside counsel where relevant: Structure and document new primary financings across jurisdictions with a focus on European and UK jurisdictions; Review amendments and other legal issues arising from existing portfolio positions; Be involved in the negotiation and documentation of Restructurings alongside the deal team; Focus is on debt instruments (senior/ Subordinated/ Holdco PIK/ loans/ bonds) but also preferred equity and equity instruments including knowledge of documentation of Management Incentive Plans; Assist the deal team in the legal due diligence process; Oversee litigation matters when they arise; Coordinate with tax, finance, compliance and operations on deal execution as applicable; Coordinate and oversee external transaction counsel as required. Internal support Research various legal and regulatory issues, including those associated with expansion of PIMCO's business in corporate credit; Manage regulatory issues associated with investment by private (and public) funds; Work with product teams providing deal information as required for investor communications; Support for general corporate and regulatory projects. As well as the above, the role will involve general legal support for the functioning and processes of the legal team and the servicing of its clients. Position Requirements: Essential Experience 5-10 PQE at a leading law firm or a combination of experience to include in-house experience with a global Financial Services or Private Equity firm, focused on alternative credit investments in the UK and across Europe (including loan origination and secondary loan trading, special situations and corporate financing, stressed or distressed debt and high yield debt) Significant deal experience demonstrating ability to organise/deliver against tight deadlines Familiarity with price sensitive information and conflicts of interest issues faced by investment managers with many public and private funds and accounts is desirable Demonstrable commercial acumen Exceptional attention to detail High degree of personal and professional integrity The Legal team is very client service focused and is looking for someone who can deliver the highest of client service standards, as well as communicate confidently with all levels of the organisation , work well within a team environment, own and drive forward their own workload and use initiative to continually assess and improve existing processes. With PIMCO's rewarding environment and growing business, this role is full of opportunity for the right candidate. Benefits: PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance and travel coverage Pension (defined contribution) retirement savings, retirement plan, pension contribution from your first day of employment Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
About Us: We are PIMCO, a leading global asset management firm. We manage investments and develop solutions across the full spectrum of asset classes, strategies and vehicles: fixed income, equities, commodities, asset allocation, ETFs, hedge funds and private equity. PIMCO is one of the largest investment managers, actively managing more than $2.2 trillion in assets for clients around the world. PIMCO has over 3,070 employees in 22 offices globally. PIMCO is recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. PIMCO is one of the world's premier fixed income investment managers with thousands of professionals around the world united in a single purpose: creating opportunities for our clients in every environment. Since 1971, we have brought innovation and expertise to our partnership with the institutions, financial advisors and millions of individual investors who entrust us with their assets. We aspire to cultivate performance and leadership through empowering our people, diversity of thought, and a commitment to an inclusive culture that engages in our global communities. Position Description: Essential Job Functions Key areas of responsibility will include: Support the investment team in deal execution including coordinating with outside counsel where relevant: Structure and document new primary financings across jurisdictions with a focus on European and UK jurisdictions; Review amendments and other legal issues arising from existing portfolio positions; Be involved in the negotiation and documentation of Restructurings alongside the deal team; Focus is on debt instruments (senior/ Subordinated/ Holdco PIK/ loans/ bonds) but also preferred equity and equity instruments including knowledge of documentation of Management Incentive Plans; Assist the deal team in the legal due diligence process; Oversee litigation matters when they arise; Coordinate with tax, finance, compliance and operations on deal execution as applicable; Coordinate and oversee external transaction counsel as required. Internal support Research various legal and regulatory issues, including those associated with expansion of PIMCO's business in corporate credit; Manage regulatory issues associated with investment by private (and public) funds; Work with product teams providing deal information as required for investor communications; Support for general corporate and regulatory projects. As well as the above, the role will involve general legal support for the functioning and processes of the legal team and the servicing of its clients. Position Requirements: Essential Experience 5-10 PQE at a leading law firm or a combination of experience to include in-house experience with a global Financial Services or Private Equity firm, focused on alternative credit investments in the UK and across Europe (including loan origination and secondary loan trading, special situations and corporate financing, stressed or distressed debt and high yield debt) Significant deal experience demonstrating ability to organise/deliver against tight deadlines Familiarity with price sensitive information and conflicts of interest issues faced by investment managers with many public and private funds and accounts is desirable Demonstrable commercial acumen Exceptional attention to detail High degree of personal and professional integrity The Legal team is very client service focused and is looking for someone who can deliver the highest of client service standards, as well as communicate confidently with all levels of the organisation , work well within a team environment, own and drive forward their own workload and use initiative to continually assess and improve existing processes. With PIMCO's rewarding environment and growing business, this role is full of opportunity for the right candidate. Benefits: PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance and travel coverage Pension (defined contribution) retirement savings, retirement plan, pension contribution from your first day of employment Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office
Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. What we're building We now need a Business Unit Compliance Officer - (Wealth onshore division) to support the transformation and the future growth of the business within the Risk & Compliance function. Wealth onshore is responsible for the provision of Self Investment Personal Pensions (SIPP) and Investments products and savings as part of the wider Canada Life UK business. The Compliance Function (part of the 2nd Line of Defence) will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the activities of the 1st Line of Defence, and providing consistent and technically accurate regulatory advice to the Business. The function will also be responsible for effectively balancing delivery of strong regulatory compliance along with sound commercial implementation. With guidance from the Compliance Business Support Manager, provide the business with expert advice and compliance monitoring to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and also support regulatory projects as they arise. Co-located in the 1st Line and working under the direction of the Compliance Business Support Manager, act as a bridge and facilitate an effective and balanced relationship between the 1st Line Business and 2nd Line Compliance Function. Using the framework, tools and training provided by the Compliance Function, maintain an in-depth business insight and sufficient authority to support the assigned Business/Functional Unit on compliance related matters, providing robust challenge and making a 'value add' contribution to both Lines 1 and 2. What you'll do 1. Regulatory Compliance Advice and Oversight - Support the Compliance Business Support Manager in providing high quality conduct and compliance advice and oversight to the 1st Line Business on key regulatory risks and issues in respect of business as usual activities, (including complaints handling) as well as from forthcoming changes to regulations and/or significant business changes/projects. 2. Compliance Monitoring - Under the Compliance Business Support Manager's supervision lead the preparation with 1st Line Business Management and 2nd Line Compliance Function of an Annual Business Unit Compliance Monitoring Plan. 3. Compliance Procedures/Policy Attestation - Engage in cross functional activities working with other business areas in order to ensure a regular exchange of information on key issues affecting the business. Support the Annual Attestation process in respect of Compliance Function owned Operating Policies by reviewing and challenging responses from 1st Line Business and ensuring the policies meet business requirements and regulatory expectations. 4. Conduct Risk Events/Regulatory Breaches - Support the relevant Risk Officer in the reporting and assessment of all Business Unit potential or actual risk events categorised as conduct risk, regulatory concerns or breaches and risk events impacting customers, in line with the Risk Event Standard. 5. Financial Crime Management - In conjunction with the Financial Crime Team in 2nd Line Compliance Function support the 1st Line Business Unit in resolving relevant Sanctions/PEP screening matches, managing the local 1st line Business unit Gifts and Hospitality Register in accordance with the Gifts and Hospitality Standard and anti-money laundering checks in respect of new business applications and suspicious transactions. 6. Data Privacy Management - Working with the Privacy and Data Protection Team in 2nd Line Compliance Function, provide intermediate Data Privacy guidance to operational management and those within scope of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime. 7. Governance - Provide regular Business Unit Compliance Officer reports to 2nd Line Compliance Function in respect of oversight of 1st Line Business Unit activities. Provide updates and input, as required, to Compliance Function reporting for CLUK Management and Board Committees. Provide input, review and challenge to the status of Regulatory and Conduct Risks / Risk Indicators as part of the quarterly review cycle and half yearly production of the Risk & Control Self Assessment (RCSA) Report. Attend relevant management and business working groups as required and participate in Business Unit Compliance Officer Forums hosted by Compliance Function. 8. Communication and Training - Support 1st Line Business Management in designing and delivering ongoing training and education of staff on the regulations and compliance obligations relevant to their work, such that the business is able to integrate compliance culture into the day-to-day work processes. 9. Skills and Knowledge - Develop and maintain interpersonal skills and knowledge of business products & services and processes as well as compliance technical knowledge in respect of the FCA Handbook and any other key regulatory requirements ensuring that the job holder has the necessary authority and access to all relevant information to provide robust challenge and support to the assigned business. Who you are •In-depth knowledge working in the financial services industry together with expertise in relevant regulations and managing regulatory risks. Breadth of knowledge across multiple areas of regulation required (including FCA Handbook, particularly COBS and CASS as well as Conduct Risk, Financial Crime and Data Protection). •Experience in managing and providing compliance oversight at a business level. •Experience of compliance monitoring and undertaking compliance reviews with minimal supervision, including creating, getting approval for, and delivering regulatory plans. Ability to present advice in a clear, timely and focused way. Excellent analytical and report writing skills. •Ability to interpret the intended outcomes of regulatory rules, principles and guidance and drive pragmatic solutions/change balancing regulatory requirements, cost/benefit, customer impact with business needs. •Ability to take a risk based approach to organising workloads for self to meet demanding and often changing priorities, ensuring that key deadlines are met. •Strong interpersonal, influencing and stakeholder management skills up to and including senior/executive management level Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, Business Unit leadership teams and other governance functions. Qualifications Degree level qualification or recognised industry/professional qualification (e.g., Certificate/Diploma in Compliance - ICA, Financial Planning Certificate)
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Canada Life UK looks after the retirement, investment and protection needs of individuals, families and companies. We help to build better futures for our customers, our intermediaries and our employees by operating as a modern, agile and welcoming organisation. Part of our parent company Great-West Lifeco, Canada Life UK has operated in the United Kingdom since 1903. We have hundreds of respected and supported employees committed to doing the right thing for our customers and colleagues. Canada Life UK is transforming to create a more customer-focused business by providing our customers with expertise on financial and tax planning, offering home finance and annuities propositions, and providing collective fund solutions to third party customers. What we're building We now need a Business Unit Compliance Officer - (Wealth onshore division) to support the transformation and the future growth of the business within the Risk & Compliance function. Wealth onshore is responsible for the provision of Self Investment Personal Pensions (SIPP) and Investments products and savings as part of the wider Canada Life UK business. The Compliance Function (part of the 2nd Line of Defence) will be responsible for overseeing and monitoring the activities of the 1st Line of Defence, and providing consistent and technically accurate regulatory advice to the Business. The function will also be responsible for effectively balancing delivery of strong regulatory compliance along with sound commercial implementation. With guidance from the Compliance Business Support Manager, provide the business with expert advice and compliance monitoring to ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements and also support regulatory projects as they arise. Co-located in the 1st Line and working under the direction of the Compliance Business Support Manager, act as a bridge and facilitate an effective and balanced relationship between the 1st Line Business and 2nd Line Compliance Function. Using the framework, tools and training provided by the Compliance Function, maintain an in-depth business insight and sufficient authority to support the assigned Business/Functional Unit on compliance related matters, providing robust challenge and making a 'value add' contribution to both Lines 1 and 2. What you'll do 1. Regulatory Compliance Advice and Oversight - Support the Compliance Business Support Manager in providing high quality conduct and compliance advice and oversight to the 1st Line Business on key regulatory risks and issues in respect of business as usual activities, (including complaints handling) as well as from forthcoming changes to regulations and/or significant business changes/projects. 2. Compliance Monitoring - Under the Compliance Business Support Manager's supervision lead the preparation with 1st Line Business Management and 2nd Line Compliance Function of an Annual Business Unit Compliance Monitoring Plan. 3. Compliance Procedures/Policy Attestation - Engage in cross functional activities working with other business areas in order to ensure a regular exchange of information on key issues affecting the business. Support the Annual Attestation process in respect of Compliance Function owned Operating Policies by reviewing and challenging responses from 1st Line Business and ensuring the policies meet business requirements and regulatory expectations. 4. Conduct Risk Events/Regulatory Breaches - Support the relevant Risk Officer in the reporting and assessment of all Business Unit potential or actual risk events categorised as conduct risk, regulatory concerns or breaches and risk events impacting customers, in line with the Risk Event Standard. 5. Financial Crime Management - In conjunction with the Financial Crime Team in 2nd Line Compliance Function support the 1st Line Business Unit in resolving relevant Sanctions/PEP screening matches, managing the local 1st line Business unit Gifts and Hospitality Register in accordance with the Gifts and Hospitality Standard and anti-money laundering checks in respect of new business applications and suspicious transactions. 6. Data Privacy Management - Working with the Privacy and Data Protection Team in 2nd Line Compliance Function, provide intermediate Data Privacy guidance to operational management and those within scope of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime. 7. Governance - Provide regular Business Unit Compliance Officer reports to 2nd Line Compliance Function in respect of oversight of 1st Line Business Unit activities. Provide updates and input, as required, to Compliance Function reporting for CLUK Management and Board Committees. Provide input, review and challenge to the status of Regulatory and Conduct Risks / Risk Indicators as part of the quarterly review cycle and half yearly production of the Risk & Control Self Assessment (RCSA) Report. Attend relevant management and business working groups as required and participate in Business Unit Compliance Officer Forums hosted by Compliance Function. 8. Communication and Training - Support 1st Line Business Management in designing and delivering ongoing training and education of staff on the regulations and compliance obligations relevant to their work, such that the business is able to integrate compliance culture into the day-to-day work processes. 9. Skills and Knowledge - Develop and maintain interpersonal skills and knowledge of business products & services and processes as well as compliance technical knowledge in respect of the FCA Handbook and any other key regulatory requirements ensuring that the job holder has the necessary authority and access to all relevant information to provide robust challenge and support to the assigned business. Who you are •In-depth knowledge working in the financial services industry together with expertise in relevant regulations and managing regulatory risks. Breadth of knowledge across multiple areas of regulation required (including FCA Handbook, particularly COBS and CASS as well as Conduct Risk, Financial Crime and Data Protection). •Experience in managing and providing compliance oversight at a business level. •Experience of compliance monitoring and undertaking compliance reviews with minimal supervision, including creating, getting approval for, and delivering regulatory plans. Ability to present advice in a clear, timely and focused way. Excellent analytical and report writing skills. •Ability to interpret the intended outcomes of regulatory rules, principles and guidance and drive pragmatic solutions/change balancing regulatory requirements, cost/benefit, customer impact with business needs. •Ability to take a risk based approach to organising workloads for self to meet demanding and often changing priorities, ensuring that key deadlines are met. •Strong interpersonal, influencing and stakeholder management skills up to and including senior/executive management level Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, Business Unit leadership teams and other governance functions. Qualifications Degree level qualification or recognised industry/professional qualification (e.g., Certificate/Diploma in Compliance - ICA, Financial Planning Certificate)
Responsibilities under the Compliance Monitoring Programme ("CMP") include: Ensuring that the CMP accurately reflects and tests for the compliance risks to which the business and the funds are exposed Escalation of issues arising through implementation of the CMP to the Global Head of Compliance Undertake bespoke project work to enhance the Compliance Monitoring Programme Oversee the rollout of new staff Compliance training Daily Position Disclosure (short sale, substantial shareholding and takeover positions) for all Funds PA Dealing approval and monitoring Gifts approval and monitoring Conducting regulatory registrations and ensuring that Gabriel reporting is completed on time Conducting Best Execution monitoring on a regular basis, including interaction with Investment Personnel to resolve any execution issues identified Identification and monitoring of other conflicts of interest that may affect both the Funds and the business Carrying out CDD/KYC checks for new funds and counterparties, where applicable Market Soundings - treatment of inside information and the maintenance of the Restricted List Be familiar with and assist with market conduct monitoring. Where necessary, follow up any issues identified through this monitoring and be able to draft reports setting out an analysis of issues and any steps required To assist, when required, with the drafting and review of UK Compliance Policies
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Responsibilities under the Compliance Monitoring Programme ("CMP") include: Ensuring that the CMP accurately reflects and tests for the compliance risks to which the business and the funds are exposed Escalation of issues arising through implementation of the CMP to the Global Head of Compliance Undertake bespoke project work to enhance the Compliance Monitoring Programme Oversee the rollout of new staff Compliance training Daily Position Disclosure (short sale, substantial shareholding and takeover positions) for all Funds PA Dealing approval and monitoring Gifts approval and monitoring Conducting regulatory registrations and ensuring that Gabriel reporting is completed on time Conducting Best Execution monitoring on a regular basis, including interaction with Investment Personnel to resolve any execution issues identified Identification and monitoring of other conflicts of interest that may affect both the Funds and the business Carrying out CDD/KYC checks for new funds and counterparties, where applicable Market Soundings - treatment of inside information and the maintenance of the Restricted List Be familiar with and assist with market conduct monitoring. Where necessary, follow up any issues identified through this monitoring and be able to draft reports setting out an analysis of issues and any steps required To assist, when required, with the drafting and review of UK Compliance Policies
Responsible for the Merchant Banking (private equity / private debt funds) UK compliance, specifically: Managing compliance arrangements for the firm's trading activities in line with required UK and EU regulations Management of the firm's information barriers, and related control room activities Demonstrate good understanding of conflicts management, inducements, personal account dealing and research arrangements to enhance current processes Work with the wider Compliance team to clear relevant transactions, assisting with the implementation of appropriate controls Assisting the business with assessment and control of MNPI, review of insider list arrangements, watch and restricted lists Maintain trading surveillance functions including daily review, alerts and breach investigation Contribute to the on-going development of the compliance framework, including writing and maintaining policies and procedures in a dynamic environment and deliver relevant training Continued assessment of current and emerging UK regulation and its impact on the Firm across the Private Equity and Private Debt investment management business Involvement in relevant wider compliance projects and issues across the Firm as they relate to the Merchant Banking business Experience Proven track record / relevant broad compliance experience gained in an Investment Management business, with a strong preference for Private Equity and / or Private Debt experience MAR and MIFID expertise required and gleaned over several years, preferably with Control Room experience Good understanding of financial markets Thorough knowledge of Financial Services regulation (FCA, MiFID, AIFMD, MAR) in wholesale markets world as it affects and applies to Private Equity / Private Debt Legal qualification (within financial services) or a Compliance qualification such as from the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments. 7 years plus experience in Compliance
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Responsible for the Merchant Banking (private equity / private debt funds) UK compliance, specifically: Managing compliance arrangements for the firm's trading activities in line with required UK and EU regulations Management of the firm's information barriers, and related control room activities Demonstrate good understanding of conflicts management, inducements, personal account dealing and research arrangements to enhance current processes Work with the wider Compliance team to clear relevant transactions, assisting with the implementation of appropriate controls Assisting the business with assessment and control of MNPI, review of insider list arrangements, watch and restricted lists Maintain trading surveillance functions including daily review, alerts and breach investigation Contribute to the on-going development of the compliance framework, including writing and maintaining policies and procedures in a dynamic environment and deliver relevant training Continued assessment of current and emerging UK regulation and its impact on the Firm across the Private Equity and Private Debt investment management business Involvement in relevant wider compliance projects and issues across the Firm as they relate to the Merchant Banking business Experience Proven track record / relevant broad compliance experience gained in an Investment Management business, with a strong preference for Private Equity and / or Private Debt experience MAR and MIFID expertise required and gleaned over several years, preferably with Control Room experience Good understanding of financial markets Thorough knowledge of Financial Services regulation (FCA, MiFID, AIFMD, MAR) in wholesale markets world as it affects and applies to Private Equity / Private Debt Legal qualification (within financial services) or a Compliance qualification such as from the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investments. 7 years plus experience in Compliance
Our Funds & Asset Management team is looking for a highly motivated, proactive yet disciplined compliance associate to provide high quality, advice to our clients. We specialise in helping clients solve difficult and interesting problems, so we look for people who thrive on intellectual challenge, can roll up their sleeves to delve into issues and get satisfaction from helping clients, conduct a thorough analysis of a problem and translate that into practical advice. Some of the areas you can expect to assist clients in include: Carrying out project work for clients Drafting and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance monitoring programmes Developing training materials and assisting in delivering training sessions (e.g. to staff, SMFs and Board members) Assisting clients with regulatory processes including authorisation applications, variations of permission and changes of control Carrying out compliance health checks and periodic monitoring (including client file reviews) Regulatory due diligence on acquisition targets Responding to ad-hoc and routine regulatory queries You will have a minimum of 2 years demonstrable compliance-related experience gained at a financial institution, legal practice, consultancy and/or the regulator, ideally with experience in funds, private equity, corporate finance, asset management and/or real estate firms. It is expected that you will have a 2:1 degree and be prepared to work towards or already hold a professional financial services qualification. You also need first class communication skills, a passion for solving interesting problems and have an interest in learning how to manage relationships with clients and the wider team. Given the technical nature of the work we do, exceptional written and oral communication skills, and high attention-to-detail are paramount. In return we offer The opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial, fast moving, stimulating environment Strong career development support - mentoring, coaching, relevant training and development - to enable your progression to consultant The opportunity to work closely with, and learn from, our team of regulatory experts who are truly committed to assisting your development A small informal company environment with minimal bureaucracy A competitive salary, performance-related discretionary bonus, and generous flexible benefits package Bovill actively supports flexible working and are introducing a hybrid working practice. We welcome applications from candidates who wish to work part-time, flexible start & finish or compressed hours.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Our Funds & Asset Management team is looking for a highly motivated, proactive yet disciplined compliance associate to provide high quality, advice to our clients. We specialise in helping clients solve difficult and interesting problems, so we look for people who thrive on intellectual challenge, can roll up their sleeves to delve into issues and get satisfaction from helping clients, conduct a thorough analysis of a problem and translate that into practical advice. Some of the areas you can expect to assist clients in include: Carrying out project work for clients Drafting and maintaining policies, procedures and compliance monitoring programmes Developing training materials and assisting in delivering training sessions (e.g. to staff, SMFs and Board members) Assisting clients with regulatory processes including authorisation applications, variations of permission and changes of control Carrying out compliance health checks and periodic monitoring (including client file reviews) Regulatory due diligence on acquisition targets Responding to ad-hoc and routine regulatory queries You will have a minimum of 2 years demonstrable compliance-related experience gained at a financial institution, legal practice, consultancy and/or the regulator, ideally with experience in funds, private equity, corporate finance, asset management and/or real estate firms. It is expected that you will have a 2:1 degree and be prepared to work towards or already hold a professional financial services qualification. You also need first class communication skills, a passion for solving interesting problems and have an interest in learning how to manage relationships with clients and the wider team. Given the technical nature of the work we do, exceptional written and oral communication skills, and high attention-to-detail are paramount. In return we offer The opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial, fast moving, stimulating environment Strong career development support - mentoring, coaching, relevant training and development - to enable your progression to consultant The opportunity to work closely with, and learn from, our team of regulatory experts who are truly committed to assisting your development A small informal company environment with minimal bureaucracy A competitive salary, performance-related discretionary bonus, and generous flexible benefits package Bovill actively supports flexible working and are introducing a hybrid working practice. We welcome applications from candidates who wish to work part-time, flexible start & finish or compressed hours.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 105 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized up to USD100 billion and Triple-A-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Working with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The primary responsibility of the Senior Secretariat Officer in the Shareholder Relations Team of the AIIB Corporate Secretariat will be to support the Bank's engagement with its Members and, in particular, the Host Country, including through events, meetings, and appropriate protocol and strategic engagement with Members. Responsibilities: Develop strategic engagement with Members of the Bank and, in particular, engagement with the Host Country, including planning and preparing meetings, providing briefings, and engaging with relevant counterparts at a working level; Support strategic event management and planning, working closely with other colleagues in the Corporate Secretariat on events and protocol; Undertake and support research on relevant topics; Support resource planning and budgeting for the corporate secretariat; Support the organization's constituency meetings, Board/Committee workshops and retreat, and Board visits to AIIB Members; Contribute to the continuous strengthening of facilities for virtual presence and connectivity to facilitate the Bank's communication with its Members; and Such other work related to these duties as may be assigned by the Vice President and Corporate Secretary. Requirements Minimum 8-10 years of work experience in related fields, preferably in international or diplomatic organizations. Experience in strategic studies and international relations. Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent cross-cultural communication and diplomatic skills with a proven track record. Ability to communicate with and convince internal and external stakeholders at a high level with appropriate governance solutions. Able to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and thrive on bringing creativity and new thinking to the job. Able to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Master's degree preferably in communications, business, economics, finance, international relations, international development or related fields. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment. ALL CURRENT VACANCIES * Closing Date: All opportunities close at 24:00 GMT+8 on the dates listed. ** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 105 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized up to USD100 billion and Triple-A-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Working with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The primary responsibility of the Senior Secretariat Officer in the Shareholder Relations Team of the AIIB Corporate Secretariat will be to support the Bank's engagement with its Members and, in particular, the Host Country, including through events, meetings, and appropriate protocol and strategic engagement with Members. Responsibilities: Develop strategic engagement with Members of the Bank and, in particular, engagement with the Host Country, including planning and preparing meetings, providing briefings, and engaging with relevant counterparts at a working level; Support strategic event management and planning, working closely with other colleagues in the Corporate Secretariat on events and protocol; Undertake and support research on relevant topics; Support resource planning and budgeting for the corporate secretariat; Support the organization's constituency meetings, Board/Committee workshops and retreat, and Board visits to AIIB Members; Contribute to the continuous strengthening of facilities for virtual presence and connectivity to facilitate the Bank's communication with its Members; and Such other work related to these duties as may be assigned by the Vice President and Corporate Secretary. Requirements Minimum 8-10 years of work experience in related fields, preferably in international or diplomatic organizations. Experience in strategic studies and international relations. Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent cross-cultural communication and diplomatic skills with a proven track record. Ability to communicate with and convince internal and external stakeholders at a high level with appropriate governance solutions. Able to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and thrive on bringing creativity and new thinking to the job. Able to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Master's degree preferably in communications, business, economics, finance, international relations, international development or related fields. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment. ALL CURRENT VACANCIES * Closing Date: All opportunities close at 24:00 GMT+8 on the dates listed. ** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 105 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized up to USD100 billion and Triple-A-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Working with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The primary responsibility of the Secretariat Associate/Officer in the Board Operations Team of the AIIB Corporate Secretariat will be to support AIIB's Board of Directors, the Committees under the Board and the International Advisory Panel (IAP) as they execute their responsibilities in the context of governance to ensure the achievement of the Bank's mandate. Responsibilities: Implement and manage the procedural processes of Board operations; Undertake researches on governance practices and recommending continual enhancements to strengthen operational efficiency, transparency, and procedural integrity; Support the engagement of the Board on subject issues and investment operations; Manage disclosure of governance information and Board decisions in accordance with the Bank's Public Information Policy and established Board decisions/practices for continual enhancement of transparency and efficiency; Lead quality assurance of official documents and presentations for the Board in accordance with the Bank's international relations policy; Support constituency meetings, Board/Committee workshops and retreats, and the Board visit to AIIB's member countries; Work as an effective and trusted communication channel between the Board, the Committees/IAP and the Bank's Management and its departments; Manage the election/selection processes for the Board/Committees/IAP and Board appointments of the Bank's senior Management; Contribute to the continual strengthening of facilities for the virtual presence and connectivity of the Board; and Other tasks as may be assigned by the Corporate Secretary. Requirements Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in related fields, preferably in international or diplomatic organizations. Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent cross-cultural communication and diplomatic skills with a proven track record. Ability to communicate with and convince internal and external stakeholders at a high level with appropriate governance solutions. Strong attention to detail. Able to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and thrive on bringing creativity and new thinking to the job. Able to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. University degree (Master's degree or higher) preferably in communications, business, economics, finance, international relations, international development or related fields. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment. ALL CURRENT VACANCIES * Closing Date: All opportunities close at 24:00 GMT+8 on the dates listed. ** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is financing the Infrastructure for Tomorrow-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in January 2016 and have since grown to 105 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized up to USD100 billion and Triple-A-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Working with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity. The primary responsibility of the Secretariat Associate/Officer in the Board Operations Team of the AIIB Corporate Secretariat will be to support AIIB's Board of Directors, the Committees under the Board and the International Advisory Panel (IAP) as they execute their responsibilities in the context of governance to ensure the achievement of the Bank's mandate. Responsibilities: Implement and manage the procedural processes of Board operations; Undertake researches on governance practices and recommending continual enhancements to strengthen operational efficiency, transparency, and procedural integrity; Support the engagement of the Board on subject issues and investment operations; Manage disclosure of governance information and Board decisions in accordance with the Bank's Public Information Policy and established Board decisions/practices for continual enhancement of transparency and efficiency; Lead quality assurance of official documents and presentations for the Board in accordance with the Bank's international relations policy; Support constituency meetings, Board/Committee workshops and retreats, and the Board visit to AIIB's member countries; Work as an effective and trusted communication channel between the Board, the Committees/IAP and the Bank's Management and its departments; Manage the election/selection processes for the Board/Committees/IAP and Board appointments of the Bank's senior Management; Contribute to the continual strengthening of facilities for the virtual presence and connectivity of the Board; and Other tasks as may be assigned by the Corporate Secretary. Requirements Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in related fields, preferably in international or diplomatic organizations. Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities as well as excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent cross-cultural communication and diplomatic skills with a proven track record. Ability to communicate with and convince internal and external stakeholders at a high level with appropriate governance solutions. Strong attention to detail. Able to work independently, take ownership of responsibilities, and thrive on bringing creativity and new thinking to the job. Able to multitask, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. University degree (Master's degree or higher) preferably in communications, business, economics, finance, international relations, international development or related fields. AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation. Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB. Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment. ALL CURRENT VACANCIES * Closing Date: All opportunities close at 24:00 GMT+8 on the dates listed. ** Job Type: Recruitment of staff is conducted through a merit-based competitive selection process. AIIB shall strive to provide employment opportunities open to all suitably qualified applicants, regardless of religion, gender, race, disability, sexual orientation or nationality.
Join a rapidly growing global offshore wind business as a Corporate Entity Manager in our Green Investment Group. Our Green Investment Group's global offshore wind business is responsible for the successful management and delivery of a pipeline of 15+ GW of offshore wind projects, the origination of new opportunities and partnerships as well as the provision of asset management and advisory services to third party investors. You will be an experienced entity manager (Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) qualified or a solicitor) who is passionate about what you do and will bring energy and enthusiasm to this hands-on role. Based in London, you will work in a global role with responsibility for the company secretarial aspects of a number of entities, including instructing and overseeing outsourced service providers for entities incorporated outside the UK. You will report to the General Counsel of our offshore wind business and liaise regularly with senior management and board members. This role will see you manage company secretarial activities for UK entities, whilst overseeing outsourced service providers for our large overseas portfolio, which covers multiple jurisdictions globally. Day to day, you will also manage and oversee the company secretarial aspects of commercial transactions. The scope of the role will largely be focused on: Running regular board/committee meeting process for key UK-incorporated entities Attending board and committee meetings of legal entities within the corporate structure, taking minutes and coordination of follow up actions Drafting ad-hoc resolutions for corporate changes (including for transactions and reorganisations) Coordinating the necessary approvals and paperwork for funding draw-downs Liaise regularly with senior management and board members, as well as outside service providers from several overseas jurisdictions Lodging required documentation with Companies House, including annual confirmation statements and accounts Delivering director duties training Overseeing compliance with statutory deadlines applicable to entities within the group structure Improving the efficiency of internal processes and ensure accurate record keeping, including the maintenance of statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries Liaising with Macquarie's EMEA Governance team and other representatives from Macquarie in respect of matters requiring their consent Contributing to meeting discussions, and when required advise members of the legal, accounting and tax departments of the implications of proposed legal entity related policies, in relation to company secretarial practice, corporate governance, UK company law and internal policies Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and recommend appropriate action To be successful in this role you will have a relevant qualification relating to corporate law and/or governance as well as strong experience in drafting corporate governance documentation, coordinating filings and ensuring entities comply with statutory compliance requirements. You will come with deep knowledge and practical application of company law, company secretarial/corporate governance knowledge and corporate administration experience gained in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, you will also possess strong communication and relationship building skills, ability to work under pressure, resilience and adaptability. About Macquarie Capital Macquarie Capital offers global capability in M&A Advisory, Debt and Equity Capital Markets, Principal Finance, and Equity Trading and Research underpinned by deep specialist expertise across a range of sectors. Our people are empowered to think innovatively to address client challenges and originate opportunities, thinking beyond individual transactions to become a trusted adviser and partner over the long haul. From origination to execution, our unique combination of ideas, capital and expertise is transforming opportunity into reality for our clients and partners around the world. With staff in 35 offices transacting across 31 countries, Macquarie Capital is a truly global business. A role in the team will expose you to a dynamic working environment and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile transactions whilst working in a business with the best people in the industry. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion The diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths, and an inclusive workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders and communities. At Macquarie, you'll be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you're inspired to deliver on our purpose of 'empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future', we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including colour and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief. Joining Macquarie means you'll be able to work in a way that suits you best. With the right technology, support and resources, our people can work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Join a rapidly growing global offshore wind business as a Corporate Entity Manager in our Green Investment Group. Our Green Investment Group's global offshore wind business is responsible for the successful management and delivery of a pipeline of 15+ GW of offshore wind projects, the origination of new opportunities and partnerships as well as the provision of asset management and advisory services to third party investors. You will be an experienced entity manager (Chartered Governance Qualifying Programme (CGQP) qualified or a solicitor) who is passionate about what you do and will bring energy and enthusiasm to this hands-on role. Based in London, you will work in a global role with responsibility for the company secretarial aspects of a number of entities, including instructing and overseeing outsourced service providers for entities incorporated outside the UK. You will report to the General Counsel of our offshore wind business and liaise regularly with senior management and board members. This role will see you manage company secretarial activities for UK entities, whilst overseeing outsourced service providers for our large overseas portfolio, which covers multiple jurisdictions globally. Day to day, you will also manage and oversee the company secretarial aspects of commercial transactions. The scope of the role will largely be focused on: Running regular board/committee meeting process for key UK-incorporated entities Attending board and committee meetings of legal entities within the corporate structure, taking minutes and coordination of follow up actions Drafting ad-hoc resolutions for corporate changes (including for transactions and reorganisations) Coordinating the necessary approvals and paperwork for funding draw-downs Liaise regularly with senior management and board members, as well as outside service providers from several overseas jurisdictions Lodging required documentation with Companies House, including annual confirmation statements and accounts Delivering director duties training Overseeing compliance with statutory deadlines applicable to entities within the group structure Improving the efficiency of internal processes and ensure accurate record keeping, including the maintenance of statutory books, including registers of members, directors and secretaries Liaising with Macquarie's EMEA Governance team and other representatives from Macquarie in respect of matters requiring their consent Contributing to meeting discussions, and when required advise members of the legal, accounting and tax departments of the implications of proposed legal entity related policies, in relation to company secretarial practice, corporate governance, UK company law and internal policies Monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and recommend appropriate action To be successful in this role you will have a relevant qualification relating to corporate law and/or governance as well as strong experience in drafting corporate governance documentation, coordinating filings and ensuring entities comply with statutory compliance requirements. You will come with deep knowledge and practical application of company law, company secretarial/corporate governance knowledge and corporate administration experience gained in a fast-paced environment. Additionally, you will also possess strong communication and relationship building skills, ability to work under pressure, resilience and adaptability. About Macquarie Capital Macquarie Capital offers global capability in M&A Advisory, Debt and Equity Capital Markets, Principal Finance, and Equity Trading and Research underpinned by deep specialist expertise across a range of sectors. Our people are empowered to think innovatively to address client challenges and originate opportunities, thinking beyond individual transactions to become a trusted adviser and partner over the long haul. From origination to execution, our unique combination of ideas, capital and expertise is transforming opportunity into reality for our clients and partners around the world. With staff in 35 offices transacting across 31 countries, Macquarie Capital is a truly global business. A role in the team will expose you to a dynamic working environment and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile transactions whilst working in a business with the best people in the industry. Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion The diversity of our people is one of our greatest strengths, and an inclusive workplace enables us to embrace that diversity to deliver more innovative and sustainable solutions for our people, clients, shareholders and communities. At Macquarie, you'll be encouraged to be yourself and supported to perform at your best. If you're inspired to deliver on our purpose of 'empowering people to innovate and invest for a better future', we want you on our team. If you need adjustments made to the recruitment process, please reach out to your recruiter. As an inclusive employer, Macquarie does not discriminate on the grounds of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, race (including colour and ethnic or national origins), religion or belief. Joining Macquarie means you'll be able to work in a way that suits you best. With the right technology, support and resources, our people can work in a range of flexible ways. Talk to us about what working arrangements would help you thrive.
Monitor the regulatory horizon for impacts on all aspects of the bank's business Alongside appropriate areas of the business, assess the relevance of new or changing FCA regulation in respect of the bank's business model - keeping appropriate records of determinations and interpretations Track, record and disseminate PRA and other prudential regulatory requirements, and assist, where appropriate on assessing the relevance to the bank Disseminate high level summaries and impact information to key stakeholders. Attend appropriate industry briefing on relevant topics ensuring that outputs from these briefing are then appropriately disseminated to stakeholders within the business Maintain and update the library of regulatory developments and all associated documents Provide consistent, practical and appropriate reports on the regulatory horizon, in its totality, to all relevant stakeholders Provide ad-hoc advisory support to the business in relation to PRA and FCA requirements.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Monitor the regulatory horizon for impacts on all aspects of the bank's business Alongside appropriate areas of the business, assess the relevance of new or changing FCA regulation in respect of the bank's business model - keeping appropriate records of determinations and interpretations Track, record and disseminate PRA and other prudential regulatory requirements, and assist, where appropriate on assessing the relevance to the bank Disseminate high level summaries and impact information to key stakeholders. Attend appropriate industry briefing on relevant topics ensuring that outputs from these briefing are then appropriately disseminated to stakeholders within the business Maintain and update the library of regulatory developments and all associated documents Provide consistent, practical and appropriate reports on the regulatory horizon, in its totality, to all relevant stakeholders Provide ad-hoc advisory support to the business in relation to PRA and FCA requirements.
My client is a financial services business Description Company Secretary London Role: Act as the Company Secretary and maintain statutory records for the Group Companies in Europe (London Branch and Europe) and ensure the organisation is compliant within both jurisdictions Provide Company secretarial support and advice to other entities, subsidiaries and partnerships as required. Act as Secretary to the London Branch and Europe Risk, Leadership Team Committees, or any other committees as required from time to time Manage Board and Committee meetings Guide the chairman and board on their responsibilities under the rules and regulations to which they are subject and on how those responsibilities should be discharged Support the chairman in ensuring the relevant board functions efficiently and effectively. Advise directors on their duties, and ensure that they comply with corporate legislation and the articles of association of the company Monitor changes in the relevant legislation and regulatory environment and take appropriate action to update support the business on these changes Ensure the Organisation is compliant with the requirements of the Stock Exchange, management of the company's registrars and compliant with UK and French regulatory requirements Maintain the company's statutory books Profile Company Secretary London Essential criteria: Excellent Company Secretarial and Corporate Governance experience Experience working with a board of directors French language skills with board of directors (verbal and written) required Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Outstanding knowledge of UK Corporate Governance Code and Companies Act 2006 Job Offer Permanent opportunity
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
My client is a financial services business Description Company Secretary London Role: Act as the Company Secretary and maintain statutory records for the Group Companies in Europe (London Branch and Europe) and ensure the organisation is compliant within both jurisdictions Provide Company secretarial support and advice to other entities, subsidiaries and partnerships as required. Act as Secretary to the London Branch and Europe Risk, Leadership Team Committees, or any other committees as required from time to time Manage Board and Committee meetings Guide the chairman and board on their responsibilities under the rules and regulations to which they are subject and on how those responsibilities should be discharged Support the chairman in ensuring the relevant board functions efficiently and effectively. Advise directors on their duties, and ensure that they comply with corporate legislation and the articles of association of the company Monitor changes in the relevant legislation and regulatory environment and take appropriate action to update support the business on these changes Ensure the Organisation is compliant with the requirements of the Stock Exchange, management of the company's registrars and compliant with UK and French regulatory requirements Maintain the company's statutory books Profile Company Secretary London Essential criteria: Excellent Company Secretarial and Corporate Governance experience Experience working with a board of directors French language skills with board of directors (verbal and written) required Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills Outstanding knowledge of UK Corporate Governance Code and Companies Act 2006 Job Offer Permanent opportunity
Skills and Qualifications Required ▪ Demonstrable experience in a Compliance Monitoring & Testing role preferably gained within Compliance monitoring function in financial services ▪ Good knowledge and understanding of the Corporate Finance & Capital Markets, knowledge of relevant regulatory environment and applicability/mapping to the business. ▪ Good knowledge of FCA rules especially the Conduct of Business Sourcebook ▪ Integrity, high sense of discretion and confientiality ▪ Methodical, structured, and rigorous approach to delivery of reviews ▪ Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Skills and Qualifications Required ▪ Demonstrable experience in a Compliance Monitoring & Testing role preferably gained within Compliance monitoring function in financial services ▪ Good knowledge and understanding of the Corporate Finance & Capital Markets, knowledge of relevant regulatory environment and applicability/mapping to the business. ▪ Good knowledge of FCA rules especially the Conduct of Business Sourcebook ▪ Integrity, high sense of discretion and confientiality ▪ Methodical, structured, and rigorous approach to delivery of reviews ▪ Strong problem solving and analytical skills
Lorien Global are recruiting on behalf of their Financial Services client based in Telford to recruit an experienced Regulatory Analysis & Support Team Manager on a permanent basis. You will play a lead role in providing oversight of the Regulatory Analysis & Support Team, including ensuring engagement with all relevant projects from a Regulatory stance, oversight of Discretionary Death Decisions, ensuring regulatory deadlines are adhered to for HMRC reporting and the annual Stakeholder Audit and production of MI at a corporate level Your key responsibilities will include: Ensuring Regulatory Analysis & Production of ARCs are delivered to time and quality, and projects initiated to meet Regulatory Deadlines by developing strong supplier relationships and maintaining an appropriately skilled and resourced team. Ensure services to Customer Services teams are delivered accurately and within agreed timescales Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the delivery of Regulatory Change, highlighting issues which are both identified by, or reported into the team and agreeing a proactive solution with the Sponsor Make decisions on prioritisation of resource across own teams where demand for services exceeds resource supply Responsible for monitoring Regulatory Deadlines are met for annual reports to include Common Reporting Standards, Pension Saving Statements & Relief at Source reporting Responsible for ensuring that the teams operate within the corporate risk framework and assess controls where relevant. Lead and manage collaborative relationships between own team(s) by actively engaging with suppliers and customers. Lead and manage reports, by providing coaching, feedback, training, monthly 1-1s, quarterly and year-end reviews. Manage resource plans and secure people and other resources, within budget, to effectively meet the plans of the department Key skills/experience required: Knowledge of UK/European Life and Pensions industry Business planning practices and processes Effective communicator and influencer Demonstrable analysis and decision-making skills Customer focus (internal and external) Effective management of others, skilled in people management including matrix management Confidence and credibility to call out issues and positively influence resolution Build, maintain and foster high quality relationship with internal and external stakeholders, peer groups and direct reports Ability to work in and adapt to an ever-changing environment. In return you will receive an attractive benefits package for all permanent and fixed term employees, including 27 days' holiday + bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, Private Medical Insurance plus a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy or maternity or age
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Lorien Global are recruiting on behalf of their Financial Services client based in Telford to recruit an experienced Regulatory Analysis & Support Team Manager on a permanent basis. You will play a lead role in providing oversight of the Regulatory Analysis & Support Team, including ensuring engagement with all relevant projects from a Regulatory stance, oversight of Discretionary Death Decisions, ensuring regulatory deadlines are adhered to for HMRC reporting and the annual Stakeholder Audit and production of MI at a corporate level Your key responsibilities will include: Ensuring Regulatory Analysis & Production of ARCs are delivered to time and quality, and projects initiated to meet Regulatory Deadlines by developing strong supplier relationships and maintaining an appropriately skilled and resourced team. Ensure services to Customer Services teams are delivered accurately and within agreed timescales Responsible for monitoring and reporting on the delivery of Regulatory Change, highlighting issues which are both identified by, or reported into the team and agreeing a proactive solution with the Sponsor Make decisions on prioritisation of resource across own teams where demand for services exceeds resource supply Responsible for monitoring Regulatory Deadlines are met for annual reports to include Common Reporting Standards, Pension Saving Statements & Relief at Source reporting Responsible for ensuring that the teams operate within the corporate risk framework and assess controls where relevant. Lead and manage collaborative relationships between own team(s) by actively engaging with suppliers and customers. Lead and manage reports, by providing coaching, feedback, training, monthly 1-1s, quarterly and year-end reviews. Manage resource plans and secure people and other resources, within budget, to effectively meet the plans of the department Key skills/experience required: Knowledge of UK/European Life and Pensions industry Business planning practices and processes Effective communicator and influencer Demonstrable analysis and decision-making skills Customer focus (internal and external) Effective management of others, skilled in people management including matrix management Confidence and credibility to call out issues and positively influence resolution Build, maintain and foster high quality relationship with internal and external stakeholders, peer groups and direct reports Ability to work in and adapt to an ever-changing environment. In return you will receive an attractive benefits package for all permanent and fixed term employees, including 27 days' holiday + bank holidays, contributory pension scheme, Private Medical Insurance plus a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy or maternity or age
Provide compliance advice to the company, ensuring the understanding of and compliance with the legislation applicable to the company. Perform the responsibilities of the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) Monitor new and proposed changes in the standards, legislation, and notifications from regulators and update internal policies and procedures accordingly. Establish measures to manage data usage in compliance with the GDPR, including developing templates for data collection, assisting with data mapping, and reviewing vendor contracts. Identify and assess compliance risks, devise strategies for mitigating potentially adverse compliance and regulatory actions, and share detailed risk reports. Liaise with Group Head of Compliance and Compliance teams worldwide Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry standards organisations as required. Develop and lead the implementation of strategy for monitoring compliance, audits, reviews, and action plans. Develop the annual compliance work plan and periodically revise it to ensure it efficiently follows new developments in regulatory requirements. You should have Compliance experience in a fully regulated FCA firm including experience of liaising with the FCA. You should also a good understanding of AML and either experience in Securities Trading or a broader Fintech but willing to pick up the Compliance & Product nuances of Securities Trading. NB The role is WFH for next few months but then will be office based in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and polished individual with strong interpersonal skills to join a hugely successful global brokerage in a very visible and influential role. The business is seeing significant growth hence the drive to set-up and grow in the UK market. If you feel you have the above average interpersonal skills and technical knowledge to help the business grow in the UK then for further information or a confidential no obligation discussion, please feel free to call Gary Collins on or send your details to him at Compliance Recruitment Solutions Limited (CRS) are acting as an employment agency in relation to this role. The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Through application, all candidates signify their acceptance of the above information and confirm that the information they provide is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Provide compliance advice to the company, ensuring the understanding of and compliance with the legislation applicable to the company. Perform the responsibilities of the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) Monitor new and proposed changes in the standards, legislation, and notifications from regulators and update internal policies and procedures accordingly. Establish measures to manage data usage in compliance with the GDPR, including developing templates for data collection, assisting with data mapping, and reviewing vendor contracts. Identify and assess compliance risks, devise strategies for mitigating potentially adverse compliance and regulatory actions, and share detailed risk reports. Liaise with Group Head of Compliance and Compliance teams worldwide Liaise with regulatory authorities and industry standards organisations as required. Develop and lead the implementation of strategy for monitoring compliance, audits, reviews, and action plans. Develop the annual compliance work plan and periodically revise it to ensure it efficiently follows new developments in regulatory requirements. You should have Compliance experience in a fully regulated FCA firm including experience of liaising with the FCA. You should also a good understanding of AML and either experience in Securities Trading or a broader Fintech but willing to pick up the Compliance & Product nuances of Securities Trading. NB The role is WFH for next few months but then will be office based in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and polished individual with strong interpersonal skills to join a hugely successful global brokerage in a very visible and influential role. The business is seeing significant growth hence the drive to set-up and grow in the UK market. If you feel you have the above average interpersonal skills and technical knowledge to help the business grow in the UK then for further information or a confidential no obligation discussion, please feel free to call Gary Collins on or send your details to him at Compliance Recruitment Solutions Limited (CRS) are acting as an employment agency in relation to this role. The recruiter has stated that all applicants for this job should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Through application, all candidates signify their acceptance of the above information and confirm that the information they provide is true and accurate to the best of their knowledge.
The KYC Analyst will support the completion of initial and ongoing Customer Due Diligence responsibilities for the Private Banking department. The successful candidate will work closely with Relationship Managers and support the onboarding of clients (both individuals and SPVs/Funds/Charities etc) as per the bank's policies and procedures. Applicants should have experience of working as a KYC Analyst in a private banking environment and be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant regulatory KYC/AML requirements.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
The KYC Analyst will support the completion of initial and ongoing Customer Due Diligence responsibilities for the Private Banking department. The successful candidate will work closely with Relationship Managers and support the onboarding of clients (both individuals and SPVs/Funds/Charities etc) as per the bank's policies and procedures. Applicants should have experience of working as a KYC Analyst in a private banking environment and be able to demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant regulatory KYC/AML requirements.
Experience • Experience commensurate with a Vice-President or Assistant Director role, gained in a Tier 1 law firm (as an associate/senior associate solicitor preferably covering M&A and/or Capital Markets) and/or within the Legal or Compliance departments of an investment bank. • Corporate transactional experience of UK Takeover Code and FCA Sponsor transactions, gained in a top tier law firm, or compliance or COO function of a financial services institution would be an advantage. • Sound knowledge and understanding in relation to the UK Takeover Code, UK Listing Rules, the Transparency Rules, the Disclosure Guidance.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Experience • Experience commensurate with a Vice-President or Assistant Director role, gained in a Tier 1 law firm (as an associate/senior associate solicitor preferably covering M&A and/or Capital Markets) and/or within the Legal or Compliance departments of an investment bank. • Corporate transactional experience of UK Takeover Code and FCA Sponsor transactions, gained in a top tier law firm, or compliance or COO function of a financial services institution would be an advantage. • Sound knowledge and understanding in relation to the UK Takeover Code, UK Listing Rules, the Transparency Rules, the Disclosure Guidance.
Responsibilities: Managing the day to day data protection queries, informing and advising the business in conjunction with the DPO about its obligations to comply with data protection law. Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and advising on high risk processing activities. Ensuring data subject access requests are dealt with promptly and in compliance with data protection law. Managing the data breach risk event process and advising the business on an appropriate cause of action. Monitoring the business' compliance with data protection law and its privacy framework, including awareness-raising and training of employees. Keeping the business Records of Processing up to date, as required. Liaising with legal counsel to ensure contracts with clients and third parties have the relevant data protection clauses, where required. Required: Practitioner certificate in Data Privacy/Protection or equivalent. CIPP/E or equivalent certification showing familiarity with European Data Protection Legislation. CIPM or equivalent certification showing familiarity with principles of Privacy Programme Management.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Responsibilities: Managing the day to day data protection queries, informing and advising the business in conjunction with the DPO about its obligations to comply with data protection law. Conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments and advising on high risk processing activities. Ensuring data subject access requests are dealt with promptly and in compliance with data protection law. Managing the data breach risk event process and advising the business on an appropriate cause of action. Monitoring the business' compliance with data protection law and its privacy framework, including awareness-raising and training of employees. Keeping the business Records of Processing up to date, as required. Liaising with legal counsel to ensure contracts with clients and third parties have the relevant data protection clauses, where required. Required: Practitioner certificate in Data Privacy/Protection or equivalent. CIPP/E or equivalent certification showing familiarity with European Data Protection Legislation. CIPM or equivalent certification showing familiarity with principles of Privacy Programme Management.
You will be joining the Compliance team and working on the implementation and maintenance of a new framework. The role offers good exposure across a range of regulations such as MIFID, CASS & GDPR. You will also be supported by two junior Compliance analyst's, so this is a great opportunity to mentor. Key requirements Compliance monitoring Financial services 5 days a week in the office This is a great opportunity to join a growing company. For further information apply through the site.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
You will be joining the Compliance team and working on the implementation and maintenance of a new framework. The role offers good exposure across a range of regulations such as MIFID, CASS & GDPR. You will also be supported by two junior Compliance analyst's, so this is a great opportunity to mentor. Key requirements Compliance monitoring Financial services 5 days a week in the office This is a great opportunity to join a growing company. For further information apply through the site.
This private equity backed organisation is looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join their team in Manchester. Some of your responsibilities will include: Providing company secretarial support to all the Group's subsidiaries, ensuring that the portfolio entities within the Group comply with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements Company administration including maintaining statutory books, dealing with correspondence, drafting resolutions, lodging required forms and annual returns with Companies House Assisting the Company Secretary on all issues, re-organisations, documenting any intercompany loans, drafting/review or corporate policies and procedures, declaration and payment of dividends, delegated authorities and other corporate actions as they arise You should be part/fully ICSA qualified with at least 3 years' experience in a company secretarial role to be considered for this position. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
This private equity backed organisation is looking for an Assistant Company Secretary to join their team in Manchester. Some of your responsibilities will include: Providing company secretarial support to all the Group's subsidiaries, ensuring that the portfolio entities within the Group comply with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements Company administration including maintaining statutory books, dealing with correspondence, drafting resolutions, lodging required forms and annual returns with Companies House Assisting the Company Secretary on all issues, re-organisations, documenting any intercompany loans, drafting/review or corporate policies and procedures, declaration and payment of dividends, delegated authorities and other corporate actions as they arise You should be part/fully ICSA qualified with at least 3 years' experience in a company secretarial role to be considered for this position. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Please note that your personal information will be treated in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
The ME Group facilitates resolution for consumers facing complex legal problems. Through our rapidly growing provision of litigation funding, and using our proprietary technology, we enable fast and efficient dispute resolution that is revolutionising the legal services market for the benefit of all stakeholders. Located in Cheshires prestigious Cheadle Royal Business Park, the ME Group has grown from its inception in 2017 to become a market leader in its sector championing access to justice for consumers. Our mission is to improve the quality, and reduce the cost, of dispute resolution for all parties through the use of LegalTech. For more information visit: ME Funding is a new funder within the group who will help to facilitate further expansion of the business and its revenue by obtaining funding into the organisation and lending out to multiple law firms, and multiple claim types. It will also generate additional revenue through provision of outsourcing services. Job Purpose The MEF Legal Auditor and Advisor will be integral to achieving success within the varied portfolio of regulated products and services for which MEF provide litigation funding or in relation to its outsourcing services. Working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and dynamic environment the Legal Auditor and Advisor will work as part of a small team initially, vetting the viability of claims to ensure they are eligible for litigation funding in accordance with stipulated criteria. They will also audit and monitor claims that are being pursued within law firms to assess if the claims continue to have good prospects of success and that the law firm is pursuing the claims in line with the required standards to ensure the highest possible success rate. There will be a very high volume of claims which will require auditing from initial receipt of the claim from law firms through to the settlement of the claim. The Legal Auditor and Advisor will get the opportunity to work across this process, building new skills and continually learning new aspects of what is a highly sophisticated process. As a Legal Auditor and Advisor, they will be responsible for reporting their findings from the vetting and auditing / monitoring of claims to the Head of Legal. The Legal Auditor and Advisor will also be required to carry out research and report their findings in connection with various areas relating to Litigation Funding and legal claims such as new product types as well as assisting where required with any other legal research, the drafting of documentation, Instructing Counsel where necessary and assisting with policy, process and system requirements. Role Responsibilities Plan, organise and carry out the vetting of claims to assess if they are suitable for funding and carry out audit reviews, assessing the quality of file handling and probability of success to ensure security of funds in use. Work confidently alone and as part of a team, with the ability to handle potentially difficult situations in a professional, tactful and confidential manner. Strong research and analytical ability. Ability to plan and meet tight deadlines not only in your own work but also to negotiate prompt responses from others to ensure a fast turnaround of reports. Strong IT skills including the ability to use Excel to analyse data. Strong documenting and report writing skills that can be adapted to different audiences Good commercial knowledge of financial services claims Conduct case reviews and reports relating to basis for claim, compliance with lending criteria and case progression. Critically evaluate case progress and challenge knowledge gaps where necessary. Carry out any other duties within capabilities as required by the needs of the business. Skills & Qualifications Claims handling and / or legal auditing experience required. Ability to analyse and interpret data. Strong working knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment. Meticulous attention to detail. Strong relationship management skills. Resilient, positive and clear-thinking in the face of ambiguity. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Benefits Starting from 24 days holiday plus Bank Holiday Holiday Buy Scheme run annually Generous Company Pension Scheme 7% employer contribution Hybrid Working Life Assurance (4x annual salary) ME Group Values and Diversity We are an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. Employment with the ME Group is subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure checks.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
The ME Group facilitates resolution for consumers facing complex legal problems. Through our rapidly growing provision of litigation funding, and using our proprietary technology, we enable fast and efficient dispute resolution that is revolutionising the legal services market for the benefit of all stakeholders. Located in Cheshires prestigious Cheadle Royal Business Park, the ME Group has grown from its inception in 2017 to become a market leader in its sector championing access to justice for consumers. Our mission is to improve the quality, and reduce the cost, of dispute resolution for all parties through the use of LegalTech. For more information visit: ME Funding is a new funder within the group who will help to facilitate further expansion of the business and its revenue by obtaining funding into the organisation and lending out to multiple law firms, and multiple claim types. It will also generate additional revenue through provision of outsourcing services. Job Purpose The MEF Legal Auditor and Advisor will be integral to achieving success within the varied portfolio of regulated products and services for which MEF provide litigation funding or in relation to its outsourcing services. Working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial and dynamic environment the Legal Auditor and Advisor will work as part of a small team initially, vetting the viability of claims to ensure they are eligible for litigation funding in accordance with stipulated criteria. They will also audit and monitor claims that are being pursued within law firms to assess if the claims continue to have good prospects of success and that the law firm is pursuing the claims in line with the required standards to ensure the highest possible success rate. There will be a very high volume of claims which will require auditing from initial receipt of the claim from law firms through to the settlement of the claim. The Legal Auditor and Advisor will get the opportunity to work across this process, building new skills and continually learning new aspects of what is a highly sophisticated process. As a Legal Auditor and Advisor, they will be responsible for reporting their findings from the vetting and auditing / monitoring of claims to the Head of Legal. The Legal Auditor and Advisor will also be required to carry out research and report their findings in connection with various areas relating to Litigation Funding and legal claims such as new product types as well as assisting where required with any other legal research, the drafting of documentation, Instructing Counsel where necessary and assisting with policy, process and system requirements. Role Responsibilities Plan, organise and carry out the vetting of claims to assess if they are suitable for funding and carry out audit reviews, assessing the quality of file handling and probability of success to ensure security of funds in use. Work confidently alone and as part of a team, with the ability to handle potentially difficult situations in a professional, tactful and confidential manner. Strong research and analytical ability. Ability to plan and meet tight deadlines not only in your own work but also to negotiate prompt responses from others to ensure a fast turnaround of reports. Strong IT skills including the ability to use Excel to analyse data. Strong documenting and report writing skills that can be adapted to different audiences Good commercial knowledge of financial services claims Conduct case reviews and reports relating to basis for claim, compliance with lending criteria and case progression. Critically evaluate case progress and challenge knowledge gaps where necessary. Carry out any other duties within capabilities as required by the needs of the business. Skills & Qualifications Claims handling and / or legal auditing experience required. Ability to analyse and interpret data. Strong working knowledge of the legal and regulatory environment. Meticulous attention to detail. Strong relationship management skills. Resilient, positive and clear-thinking in the face of ambiguity. Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. Benefits Starting from 24 days holiday plus Bank Holiday Holiday Buy Scheme run annually Generous Company Pension Scheme 7% employer contribution Hybrid Working Life Assurance (4x annual salary) ME Group Values and Diversity We are an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate directly or indirectly in recruitment or employment because of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sexual orientation, religion or belief, or because someone is married or in a civil partnership. Employment with the ME Group is subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure checks.
Regulatory Affairs Officer Home based / Hybrid role Approx. 12 Months - Temporary £13.80 - £14.75 per hour Birmingham Our client a leading Paint and Performance Coatings Manufacturer have an exciting opportunity for a PSRA Food Contact Specialist (Regulatory Affairs). The successful applicant will have basic knowledge of the European Food Contact legislation and relevant guidance. Working within a small team liaising with internal and external partners you will contribute to team deliverables by evaluating and validating data sources, ensuring regulatory compliance. Resolving and responding to customer enquiries in an accurate and timely fashion. This is a hybrid role, initially a home-based role, part office, based in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities Maintain working knowledge of relevant food contact regulations. Provide guidance to assure compliance for raw materials and products, responding to internal customers to resolve raw material and/or product issues accurately and in a timely fashion. Produce regulatory compliance statements Question validity and accuracy of data and seek advice to maintain raw material/substance European food contact properties in software system. Communicate effectively both internally (other departments) and externally (Customers, regulators, suppliers, trade associations) Develop a good understanding of customer needs and relevant regulatory topics affecting the business Assist translation of complex regulatory requirements to practical implications for the business. Identify potential non compliances and areas of risk to the business. Coordinate external certification work, organizing the coating of the panels, supplying the formulation, covering letter etc. Review/validate product external certification reports and transfer this information into software system. Contribute to cross functional project teams as required to advise in European food contact related issues as and when required. Participate in internal projects. Identify and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of standard procedures (e.g. SOPs, ISO procedures). Support Packaging Coatings business: Conduct risk assessments to determine if uses are safe. The ideal candidate will have ideally 3 years experience in a similar role or have an R&D background in a packaging and or coatings business. Experienced in product regulations, hazard communication and product stewardship (desirable) Will be organised with strong attention to detail, fluent written and verbal English, good interpersonal skills, working well as part of a team (essential). Ability to understand and interpret complex information and make informed decisions based on that material (essential). Ability to produce clear and comprehensive reports and make recommendations using the available data (essential). Experience of working within the framework of a quality management system (e.g ISO 9001:2008) (desirable). Skills / Education Good literacy and numeracy skills Competence in the use of Microsoft Office Experience working with various software systems Awareness of applicable Chemical/Product Regulations An inquisitive nature and commitment to understanding the needs of internal & external customers
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Regulatory Affairs Officer Home based / Hybrid role Approx. 12 Months - Temporary £13.80 - £14.75 per hour Birmingham Our client a leading Paint and Performance Coatings Manufacturer have an exciting opportunity for a PSRA Food Contact Specialist (Regulatory Affairs). The successful applicant will have basic knowledge of the European Food Contact legislation and relevant guidance. Working within a small team liaising with internal and external partners you will contribute to team deliverables by evaluating and validating data sources, ensuring regulatory compliance. Resolving and responding to customer enquiries in an accurate and timely fashion. This is a hybrid role, initially a home-based role, part office, based in Birmingham. Key Responsibilities Maintain working knowledge of relevant food contact regulations. Provide guidance to assure compliance for raw materials and products, responding to internal customers to resolve raw material and/or product issues accurately and in a timely fashion. Produce regulatory compliance statements Question validity and accuracy of data and seek advice to maintain raw material/substance European food contact properties in software system. Communicate effectively both internally (other departments) and externally (Customers, regulators, suppliers, trade associations) Develop a good understanding of customer needs and relevant regulatory topics affecting the business Assist translation of complex regulatory requirements to practical implications for the business. Identify potential non compliances and areas of risk to the business. Coordinate external certification work, organizing the coating of the panels, supplying the formulation, covering letter etc. Review/validate product external certification reports and transfer this information into software system. Contribute to cross functional project teams as required to advise in European food contact related issues as and when required. Participate in internal projects. Identify and contribute to the development and continuous improvement of standard procedures (e.g. SOPs, ISO procedures). Support Packaging Coatings business: Conduct risk assessments to determine if uses are safe. The ideal candidate will have ideally 3 years experience in a similar role or have an R&D background in a packaging and or coatings business. Experienced in product regulations, hazard communication and product stewardship (desirable) Will be organised with strong attention to detail, fluent written and verbal English, good interpersonal skills, working well as part of a team (essential). Ability to understand and interpret complex information and make informed decisions based on that material (essential). Ability to produce clear and comprehensive reports and make recommendations using the available data (essential). Experience of working within the framework of a quality management system (e.g ISO 9001:2008) (desirable). Skills / Education Good literacy and numeracy skills Competence in the use of Microsoft Office Experience working with various software systems Awareness of applicable Chemical/Product Regulations An inquisitive nature and commitment to understanding the needs of internal & external customers
We are currently working with a Food Manufacturing business on the outskirts of Diss, who has been established for over 40 Years. With the family values still being the same today as they were when they were first started. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Compliance Auditor to join their team permanently. After perfecting their products, the company has grown in success and is now recognised nationally, working with some of UK largest supermarkets and food services. This is a real success story of how the business has gone from strength to strength through the decades. This food manufacturing business is a very well known poultry business who is one of the market leading businesses within the UK. This is a great opportunity to grow within the business as the company offer the chance for external training as well as long term career prospects. Do you have experience working as a Compliance Auditor? Do you have knowledge working within the Food Manufacturing industry? Do you have experience auditing and reporting of products and processes? If the answer is yes, then this is the ideal position for you! Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the Compliance Auditor is accountable for auditing and reporting product and process non- conformance's on a daily basis. You will be also be responsible for ensuring the health & safety and welfare of colleagues working on the shop floor within your area, checking equipment is fit for purpose and supporting the Process controllers and line leaders in their role. Duties: You will be responsible checking and auditing all process documentation to ensure this is completed correctly and in accordance with site quality procedures. Help ensure staff adhere to stated hygiene and personal hygiene policies. To audit critical control parameters within the factory processes. Carry out and assess incoming ingredients, raw materials, factory trials and finished products, to check in line with customer requirements before release to factory or customer. Assist in preparation of, and compliance during customer visits and audits within the factory. Experience: Experience within an FMCG environment Experience with auditing and reporting Understanding of overseeing all pre-production checks Understanding of working with both internal and external stakeholders Good IT Skills (EXCEL in particular) This position is working Monday to Friday - 14:00pm- 23:00pm If this sounds like the role for you, then apply today and we can discuss in more detail
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
We are currently working with a Food Manufacturing business on the outskirts of Diss, who has been established for over 40 Years. With the family values still being the same today as they were when they were first started. We are currently recruiting for an experienced Compliance Auditor to join their team permanently. After perfecting their products, the company has grown in success and is now recognised nationally, working with some of UK largest supermarkets and food services. This is a real success story of how the business has gone from strength to strength through the decades. This food manufacturing business is a very well known poultry business who is one of the market leading businesses within the UK. This is a great opportunity to grow within the business as the company offer the chance for external training as well as long term career prospects. Do you have experience working as a Compliance Auditor? Do you have knowledge working within the Food Manufacturing industry? Do you have experience auditing and reporting of products and processes? If the answer is yes, then this is the ideal position for you! Reporting to the Quality Assurance Supervisor, the Compliance Auditor is accountable for auditing and reporting product and process non- conformance's on a daily basis. You will be also be responsible for ensuring the health & safety and welfare of colleagues working on the shop floor within your area, checking equipment is fit for purpose and supporting the Process controllers and line leaders in their role. Duties: You will be responsible checking and auditing all process documentation to ensure this is completed correctly and in accordance with site quality procedures. Help ensure staff adhere to stated hygiene and personal hygiene policies. To audit critical control parameters within the factory processes. Carry out and assess incoming ingredients, raw materials, factory trials and finished products, to check in line with customer requirements before release to factory or customer. Assist in preparation of, and compliance during customer visits and audits within the factory. Experience: Experience within an FMCG environment Experience with auditing and reporting Understanding of overseeing all pre-production checks Understanding of working with both internal and external stakeholders Good IT Skills (EXCEL in particular) This position is working Monday to Friday - 14:00pm- 23:00pm If this sounds like the role for you, then apply today and we can discuss in more detail
Remote Working Legal Officer We are seeking an experienced Legal Officer to work on a temporary basis for a fantastic employer. This position will commence on 24th January 2022 and is expected to last until 25th February 2022 with the potential to be extended. You will provide legal advice and representation to members of the company in employment law proceedings. Essential criteria: You must be a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister Expert knowledge of employment law Ability to run a case load Excellent communication including written and presentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to multitask and follow instructions Benefits include: Excellent rate of pay Remote working - can be based anywhere in the UK Please contact Nadine in the Brook Street Cardiff office for further information.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Remote Working Legal Officer We are seeking an experienced Legal Officer to work on a temporary basis for a fantastic employer. This position will commence on 24th January 2022 and is expected to last until 25th February 2022 with the potential to be extended. You will provide legal advice and representation to members of the company in employment law proceedings. Essential criteria: You must be a Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or Barrister Expert knowledge of employment law Ability to run a case load Excellent communication including written and presentation skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Ability to multitask and follow instructions Benefits include: Excellent rate of pay Remote working - can be based anywhere in the UK Please contact Nadine in the Brook Street Cardiff office for further information.
Do you want to work for a law firm that was named the "Best in Region - Southern" and "Best London Conveyancer" at the prestigious national ESTA awards? In addition, the firm has recently been shortlisted for a Business Resilience Award at the 2021 Modern Law Awards. Acorn is recruiting for a Head of Re-Mortgaging / Conveyancing. Full Time, 35 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Flexible - Gloucester Business Park and remote working blend. The role: * Due to success in winning new work streams and expanding product offering, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Property Lawyer / Solicitor to build and lead a new department. We are looking for a truly passionate and self-motivated individual who will directly input into the continued growth and success of the business. * The successful candidate will report directly to the Managing Director with a specific remit to lead and build a new, dedicated re-mortgage team working closely with our expanding list of high profile IFA and Mortgage Broker introducers, particularly in the London market. In addition to this, the Head of Lender Services will develop and lead a new offering, acting for a select group of lenders in the later life mortgage lending space. * Strong client relationship skills are essential in this role to meet the needs and expectations of our clients, lenders and ever-growing introducer base, who expect a high level of professional service at all times. Experience: * Qualified Solicitor / CILEX / Licensed Conveyancer. * Extensive experience handling a complex caseload of residential conveyancing matters. * Strong knowledge and technical experience of: * Residential property conveyancing and in particular re-mortgage matters. * Leasehold and lease extension work. * A detailed understanding of SDLT in residential conveyancing matters. * Transfers of equity. * The impact of restrictions and cautions lodged against a property and how these might be removed. * Strong team management skills with the ability to develop, coach and mentor junior team members. Personal Skills: * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - written and verbal. * Strong organisation and time management skills. * Ability to work on own initiative and to work under pressure. * Self-motivated. * Ability to enthuse others. Benefits: * A comprehensive flexible benefits package including a flexible holiday scheme, life assurance, a health care cash plan and discounted shopping platform. * 24 days annual leave plus your birthday off. * Additional annual leave for long service including a one-month sabbatical after 10 years. * 'Spotlight' awards for going above and beyond as well as 'employee of the year' awards. * Team building, sporting and social events throughout the year. * Study Support Programme. * Training contract provider. * Annual bonus scheme. * Discounted corporate gym membership. * Discount off Conveyancing Fees. * 20% discount off Laithwaites. * Staff Referral Scheme. * Dress down Friday. Acorn Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Do you want to work for a law firm that was named the "Best in Region - Southern" and "Best London Conveyancer" at the prestigious national ESTA awards? In addition, the firm has recently been shortlisted for a Business Resilience Award at the 2021 Modern Law Awards. Acorn is recruiting for a Head of Re-Mortgaging / Conveyancing. Full Time, 35 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Flexible - Gloucester Business Park and remote working blend. The role: * Due to success in winning new work streams and expanding product offering, our client is looking to recruit an experienced Property Lawyer / Solicitor to build and lead a new department. We are looking for a truly passionate and self-motivated individual who will directly input into the continued growth and success of the business. * The successful candidate will report directly to the Managing Director with a specific remit to lead and build a new, dedicated re-mortgage team working closely with our expanding list of high profile IFA and Mortgage Broker introducers, particularly in the London market. In addition to this, the Head of Lender Services will develop and lead a new offering, acting for a select group of lenders in the later life mortgage lending space. * Strong client relationship skills are essential in this role to meet the needs and expectations of our clients, lenders and ever-growing introducer base, who expect a high level of professional service at all times. Experience: * Qualified Solicitor / CILEX / Licensed Conveyancer. * Extensive experience handling a complex caseload of residential conveyancing matters. * Strong knowledge and technical experience of: * Residential property conveyancing and in particular re-mortgage matters. * Leasehold and lease extension work. * A detailed understanding of SDLT in residential conveyancing matters. * Transfers of equity. * The impact of restrictions and cautions lodged against a property and how these might be removed. * Strong team management skills with the ability to develop, coach and mentor junior team members. Personal Skills: * Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - written and verbal. * Strong organisation and time management skills. * Ability to work on own initiative and to work under pressure. * Self-motivated. * Ability to enthuse others. Benefits: * A comprehensive flexible benefits package including a flexible holiday scheme, life assurance, a health care cash plan and discounted shopping platform. * 24 days annual leave plus your birthday off. * Additional annual leave for long service including a one-month sabbatical after 10 years. * 'Spotlight' awards for going above and beyond as well as 'employee of the year' awards. * Team building, sporting and social events throughout the year. * Study Support Programme. * Training contract provider. * Annual bonus scheme. * Discounted corporate gym membership. * Discount off Conveyancing Fees. * 20% discount off Laithwaites. * Staff Referral Scheme. * Dress down Friday. Acorn Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.
Due to the continued growth of the business - a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full-time qualified solicitor or legal executive to join a very well-established law firm based in Leeds City Centre. This is a rare opportunity to work in an exclusively Claimant focused environment with a caseload consisting of a broad range of claims in terms of type and value. An ideal candidate will have the following attributes at least 5 years PQE and working in the Clinical/Medical Negligence prsector, be a self-starter with excellent communication skills demonstrate a strong academic background with experience gained at a leading firm. You will be joining a highly respected team offering excellent quality work and a rewarding career. Our Clinical Negligence Team consists of lawyers dedicated to advising on and pursuing medical, dental, cosmetic, and other clinical issues in the courts for victims of medical negligence and includes solicitors who are members of the Law Societys Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme. We also hold a legal aid franchise allowing us to deal with cases involving severe disability as a result of a neurological injury. The role is 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 23 days annual leave which will increase dependant on years of service. Other benefits include - Pension Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service 2 times annual salary Paid for seasonal staff events (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) Click apply to be considered for this role or email Sophie Goldspring for more information. If you havent received a response from us within 2 weeks, then unfortunately you will have not been considered for the role.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Due to the continued growth of the business - a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full-time qualified solicitor or legal executive to join a very well-established law firm based in Leeds City Centre. This is a rare opportunity to work in an exclusively Claimant focused environment with a caseload consisting of a broad range of claims in terms of type and value. An ideal candidate will have the following attributes at least 5 years PQE and working in the Clinical/Medical Negligence prsector, be a self-starter with excellent communication skills demonstrate a strong academic background with experience gained at a leading firm. You will be joining a highly respected team offering excellent quality work and a rewarding career. Our Clinical Negligence Team consists of lawyers dedicated to advising on and pursuing medical, dental, cosmetic, and other clinical issues in the courts for victims of medical negligence and includes solicitors who are members of the Law Societys Clinical Negligence Accreditation Scheme. We also hold a legal aid franchise allowing us to deal with cases involving severe disability as a result of a neurological injury. The role is 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 23 days annual leave which will increase dependant on years of service. Other benefits include - Pension Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service 2 times annual salary Paid for seasonal staff events (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) Click apply to be considered for this role or email Sophie Goldspring for more information. If you havent received a response from us within 2 weeks, then unfortunately you will have not been considered for the role.
Job Description : Huntsman is a global chemical manufacturing organisation with over 9,000 staff and manufacturing sites across 75 countries. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Counsel based in the UK, working from a home office location, to support a number our Corporate groups with a focus on the Purchasing and IT Departments based in the US. This is a broad and varied position with a high level of autonomy and responsibility to provide sound legal advice within a global manufacturing business to provide contractual support to two of our most significant business support functions. The position would suit a Commercial Counsel with some in house experience looking to work in a global company. As Commercial Counsel you will: Drafting and negotiating high value, multi-year contracts for Procurement (EPC, JV's, strategic suppliers, utilities, raw materials, infrastructure agreements, transport and logistics) and IT (licenses, services agreements, data privacy agreements, infrastructure contracts and professional services agreements with strategic global counterparts) Ensure corporate governance and compliance through the delivery of training on anti-trust, FCPA and other relevant areas. Lead negotiations across range of commercial contracts with a particular focus on Purchasing and IT, drawing on the expertise of peers in the regional legal team as required. Draft and review a range of legal documents ( e.g. variety of commercial contracts, general terms and conditions, quality requirements, training materials and compliance instructions) Provide training to associates on relevant legal topics and procedures such as competition law, dawn-raid procedures and use of contract management databases. Work as part of a large US legal team, attending weekly meetings and building remote relationships with key stakeholders, whilst also being part of our EMEA Corporate Legal group. Supervise litigations and other matters handled in coordination with outside counsel where necessary. Ensure and promote, together with Huntsman management, that all activities are in line with Environment, Health and Safety principles, International Trade Compliance and Huntsman's ethical standards. Support the legal department in ongoing continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of working practices across the region. Requirements: Qualified lawyer with minimum 3 years PQE spent in an in-house commercial counsel role Strong knowledge in commercial law with any experience in PUR/IT contracts being highly desirable. Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work autonomously and lead key negotiations as necessary. Proactive and solution oriented with the ability to identify opportunities for improvements within legal practices Ability to work within an often ambiguous environment to find clarity and resolution through the development of strong working relationships within a multi-divisional and global organisation. About Huntsman: Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2020 revenues of approximately $6 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at . #LI-DB1 ~IND123 #LI-Remote Additional Locations:
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Job Description : Huntsman is a global chemical manufacturing organisation with over 9,000 staff and manufacturing sites across 75 countries. We are now looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Counsel based in the UK, working from a home office location, to support a number our Corporate groups with a focus on the Purchasing and IT Departments based in the US. This is a broad and varied position with a high level of autonomy and responsibility to provide sound legal advice within a global manufacturing business to provide contractual support to two of our most significant business support functions. The position would suit a Commercial Counsel with some in house experience looking to work in a global company. As Commercial Counsel you will: Drafting and negotiating high value, multi-year contracts for Procurement (EPC, JV's, strategic suppliers, utilities, raw materials, infrastructure agreements, transport and logistics) and IT (licenses, services agreements, data privacy agreements, infrastructure contracts and professional services agreements with strategic global counterparts) Ensure corporate governance and compliance through the delivery of training on anti-trust, FCPA and other relevant areas. Lead negotiations across range of commercial contracts with a particular focus on Purchasing and IT, drawing on the expertise of peers in the regional legal team as required. Draft and review a range of legal documents ( e.g. variety of commercial contracts, general terms and conditions, quality requirements, training materials and compliance instructions) Provide training to associates on relevant legal topics and procedures such as competition law, dawn-raid procedures and use of contract management databases. Work as part of a large US legal team, attending weekly meetings and building remote relationships with key stakeholders, whilst also being part of our EMEA Corporate Legal group. Supervise litigations and other matters handled in coordination with outside counsel where necessary. Ensure and promote, together with Huntsman management, that all activities are in line with Environment, Health and Safety principles, International Trade Compliance and Huntsman's ethical standards. Support the legal department in ongoing continuous improvement initiatives and standardization of working practices across the region. Requirements: Qualified lawyer with minimum 3 years PQE spent in an in-house commercial counsel role Strong knowledge in commercial law with any experience in PUR/IT contracts being highly desirable. Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work autonomously and lead key negotiations as necessary. Proactive and solution oriented with the ability to identify opportunities for improvements within legal practices Ability to work within an often ambiguous environment to find clarity and resolution through the development of strong working relationships within a multi-divisional and global organisation. About Huntsman: Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2020 revenues of approximately $6 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. For more information about Huntsman, please visit the company's website at . #LI-DB1 ~IND123 #LI-Remote Additional Locations:
My client is a well-established law firm based in Bury who are seeking a Commercial Conveyancing Secretary to join their successful growing team. This opportunity offers growth and progression within your career. In this role you will be supporting a busy team of people, carrying out duties including: - Providing outstanding legal support to the Commercial Conveyancer - Opening files - Accurate typing from audio dictation - Liaise with clients and third parties over the phone and email - Provide general administrative support to the team and produce standard documentation - Scanning documents - Manage fee earners diary - Ensure documentation is ready for appointments - Prioritising workloads and communicating with the Conveyancer - Take new enquiries from potential clients and engage with new work and clients - Arranging meetings and responding to email queries - Use the Land Registry, lenders, and client portals daily. - Chase documents upon instruction You MUST have experience working within an office environment, ability to work effectively with all types of people and be a committed team player. Must have excellent organisation skills and the ability to communicate both verbally and written. Experience, skills and qualifications: - Be driven to deliver an outstanding service to our clients - Ability to maintain a personal yet professional relationship with clients - Professional and self-motivated - Client care experience Benefits: - Additional day annual leave for birthday - Attendance bonus - Flexibility to work from home when previously agreed - Coaching and mentoring plans £18,000- £23,000 To find out more about this role or to apply please call Selina on .
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
My client is a well-established law firm based in Bury who are seeking a Commercial Conveyancing Secretary to join their successful growing team. This opportunity offers growth and progression within your career. In this role you will be supporting a busy team of people, carrying out duties including: - Providing outstanding legal support to the Commercial Conveyancer - Opening files - Accurate typing from audio dictation - Liaise with clients and third parties over the phone and email - Provide general administrative support to the team and produce standard documentation - Scanning documents - Manage fee earners diary - Ensure documentation is ready for appointments - Prioritising workloads and communicating with the Conveyancer - Take new enquiries from potential clients and engage with new work and clients - Arranging meetings and responding to email queries - Use the Land Registry, lenders, and client portals daily. - Chase documents upon instruction You MUST have experience working within an office environment, ability to work effectively with all types of people and be a committed team player. Must have excellent organisation skills and the ability to communicate both verbally and written. Experience, skills and qualifications: - Be driven to deliver an outstanding service to our clients - Ability to maintain a personal yet professional relationship with clients - Professional and self-motivated - Client care experience Benefits: - Additional day annual leave for birthday - Attendance bonus - Flexibility to work from home when previously agreed - Coaching and mentoring plans £18,000- £23,000 To find out more about this role or to apply please call Selina on .
Job Title: Technical Compliance Officer Location: Sherburn In Elmet Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Contract Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 08:00am - 5:00pm About the Role: As a Technical Compliance Officer, you will provide support to the Technical Management team and assist in the day to day running of site compliance, ensuring that standards are maintained in line with external audit requirements. You will be required to assist in the completion of site-based audits at a set frequency against 3rd Party Standards, GMP and Fabrication, Hygiene and documentation. Main responsibilities: Ensure that the function of the factory and employees are operating in line with Health and Safety requirements and food safety requirements. To provide assistance to the Technical Compliance Manager in ensuring that all internal audits (BRC, BMPA, and appropriate Retailer Codes of Practices) are completed as per the internal audit schedules for the site. Host GTC audits and provide all information requested where directed by the Technical Compliance Manager. To assist the Technical Compliance Manager in ensuring that any non-conformance's raised during the internal audits are completed and signed off by the appropriate person within the agreed timescales. To provide assistance, as directed by the Technical Compliance Manager for any 3rd Party or Retailer visits / audits that take place on site. To assist the Technical Compliance Manager in the collation of all non-conformance's that are raised through 3rd Party and Retailer audits / visits into a system to ensure that actions are completed, and information can be trended to highlight out areas of improvement. To be a member of any working party that is generated by the Technical Manager to resolve any root causes for trends that have been highlighted through the review of non-conformance's. To assist in the completion of GMP, Fabrication, Hygiene, Documentation, CCP, Pest Control, etc. internal audits on site. This may involve working nights. To be the nominated site Technical representative at Retailer Routine Taste / Quality Panels for at least 1 retailer. Maintain up to date calibration of all key equipment for site and ensure external calibration is organised in a timely manner by liaising with relevant departmental managers. Ensure all metal detectable equipment is metal detected and relevant records maintained for auditing purposes. Carry out weekly staff facility checks for nuts and sesame seeds and maintain records for auditing and due diligence. To manage the traceability system for the site and complete any traceability study that is requested by customers, sister sites, 3rd Parties or through the routine schedule to the required standard and required timescales. Where any issues are highlighted through these traceability studies to co-ordinate with the appropriate area manager / supervisors to drive improvements and establish root cause To provide a flexible resource to the Technical Compliance Manager for any other reasonable duties. Desired skills and knowledge: Root cause analysis training Flexibility around core working hours is essential Confidentiality with high attention to detail and accuracy Flexible approach with ability to carry out a wide variety of tasks and adapt to the changing needs of the Company Excellent communication skills & team player Excellent IT Skills (Microsoft Office, Excel & Power Point) Level 2 (or above) HACCP Qualification Level 3 (or above Food Hygiene Qualification If you feel as though you would be suitable for this position, please apply now!
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Technical Compliance Officer Location: Sherburn In Elmet Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Contract: Permanent Contract Hours of work: Monday to Friday - 08:00am - 5:00pm About the Role: As a Technical Compliance Officer, you will provide support to the Technical Management team and assist in the day to day running of site compliance, ensuring that standards are maintained in line with external audit requirements. You will be required to assist in the completion of site-based audits at a set frequency against 3rd Party Standards, GMP and Fabrication, Hygiene and documentation. Main responsibilities: Ensure that the function of the factory and employees are operating in line with Health and Safety requirements and food safety requirements. To provide assistance to the Technical Compliance Manager in ensuring that all internal audits (BRC, BMPA, and appropriate Retailer Codes of Practices) are completed as per the internal audit schedules for the site. Host GTC audits and provide all information requested where directed by the Technical Compliance Manager. To assist the Technical Compliance Manager in ensuring that any non-conformance's raised during the internal audits are completed and signed off by the appropriate person within the agreed timescales. To provide assistance, as directed by the Technical Compliance Manager for any 3rd Party or Retailer visits / audits that take place on site. To assist the Technical Compliance Manager in the collation of all non-conformance's that are raised through 3rd Party and Retailer audits / visits into a system to ensure that actions are completed, and information can be trended to highlight out areas of improvement. To be a member of any working party that is generated by the Technical Manager to resolve any root causes for trends that have been highlighted through the review of non-conformance's. To assist in the completion of GMP, Fabrication, Hygiene, Documentation, CCP, Pest Control, etc. internal audits on site. This may involve working nights. To be the nominated site Technical representative at Retailer Routine Taste / Quality Panels for at least 1 retailer. Maintain up to date calibration of all key equipment for site and ensure external calibration is organised in a timely manner by liaising with relevant departmental managers. Ensure all metal detectable equipment is metal detected and relevant records maintained for auditing purposes. Carry out weekly staff facility checks for nuts and sesame seeds and maintain records for auditing and due diligence. To manage the traceability system for the site and complete any traceability study that is requested by customers, sister sites, 3rd Parties or through the routine schedule to the required standard and required timescales. Where any issues are highlighted through these traceability studies to co-ordinate with the appropriate area manager / supervisors to drive improvements and establish root cause To provide a flexible resource to the Technical Compliance Manager for any other reasonable duties. Desired skills and knowledge: Root cause analysis training Flexibility around core working hours is essential Confidentiality with high attention to detail and accuracy Flexible approach with ability to carry out a wide variety of tasks and adapt to the changing needs of the Company Excellent communication skills & team player Excellent IT Skills (Microsoft Office, Excel & Power Point) Level 2 (or above) HACCP Qualification Level 3 (or above Food Hygiene Qualification If you feel as though you would be suitable for this position, please apply now!
Please note this role is office based We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join a national client of ours based in Coventry. Job title: Paralegal Location: Coventry Duration: Initial 12-week contract, with high possibility of been made Perm based on performance. Start date: Immediate Pay: £10.26 to £11.28 p/h Hours: Monday to Friday 35 hours per week, 9-5pm. Working within the Underwriting Team on company templates, you will draft and review NDAs, policy wordings, client contracts, reinsurance schedules and various other agreements on behalf of the company. Providing support to the Underwriting Team you will act on legal matters and liaison with the companies legal teams and external lawyers. Duties and responsibilities to include: - Responsible for drafting, reviewing and updating company contracts, policy wordings and documents. To understand, review and make recommendations of change to improve and develop our products and documentation. Resolve contract-wording queries from Clients, Insurers and assist with the negotiations of contract wordings with these parties. To evaluate complex clauses in various contracts including but not limited to reinsurance, pecuniary loss, customer insurance, distribution, and supplier agreements. What you'll be doing: - Ensure consistency of policy wordings and contracts throughout the company. Any other duties that the company may reasonably require, included but not limited to input into new and existing product development from a legal viewpoint. The review of and commentary on existing and proposed contract wordings. Provide advice to the Underwriting Team and Global's Excom on contract and insurance product related matters. Liaising with legal teams and external lawyers. Experience: - Essential: Good understanding of insurance products and insurance contract law. Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail. Supplier and distributor agreements Familiar with the principles of insurance regulation In-depth understanding of: insurance wordings. standard clauses of specialist insurances. Desirable: Excellent language skills A second European language A Law degree or relevant experience (ideally 2-5 years)
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Please note this role is office based We are currently recruiting for a Paralegal to join a national client of ours based in Coventry. Job title: Paralegal Location: Coventry Duration: Initial 12-week contract, with high possibility of been made Perm based on performance. Start date: Immediate Pay: £10.26 to £11.28 p/h Hours: Monday to Friday 35 hours per week, 9-5pm. Working within the Underwriting Team on company templates, you will draft and review NDAs, policy wordings, client contracts, reinsurance schedules and various other agreements on behalf of the company. Providing support to the Underwriting Team you will act on legal matters and liaison with the companies legal teams and external lawyers. Duties and responsibilities to include: - Responsible for drafting, reviewing and updating company contracts, policy wordings and documents. To understand, review and make recommendations of change to improve and develop our products and documentation. Resolve contract-wording queries from Clients, Insurers and assist with the negotiations of contract wordings with these parties. To evaluate complex clauses in various contracts including but not limited to reinsurance, pecuniary loss, customer insurance, distribution, and supplier agreements. What you'll be doing: - Ensure consistency of policy wordings and contracts throughout the company. Any other duties that the company may reasonably require, included but not limited to input into new and existing product development from a legal viewpoint. The review of and commentary on existing and proposed contract wordings. Provide advice to the Underwriting Team and Global's Excom on contract and insurance product related matters. Liaising with legal teams and external lawyers. Experience: - Essential: Good understanding of insurance products and insurance contract law. Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail. Supplier and distributor agreements Familiar with the principles of insurance regulation In-depth understanding of: insurance wordings. standard clauses of specialist insurances. Desirable: Excellent language skills A second European language A Law degree or relevant experience (ideally 2-5 years)
Due to the continued growth of the business - a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full-time qualified solicitor or legal executive to join a very well-established law firm based in Leeds City Centre. This is a rare opportunity to work in an exclusively Claimant focused environment with a caseload consisting of a broad range of claims in terms of type and value. As an ideal candidate, you should have the following attributes: Successful applicants will be at least 4 years PQE and working in the Employment sector, be ambitious with excellent communication skills and Have a strong academic background with experience gained at a leading firm. You will be joining a highly respected team offering excellent quality work and a rewarding career. The Employment Rights Team at this firm consists of lawyers dedicated to advising on and pursuing employment and industrial relations issues in the tribunals and courts for Unions, Associations, professional bodies, and their members, as well as private clients, covering all business sectors, across a range of industries and job roles. The role is 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 23 days annual leave which will increase dependant on years of service. Other benefits include - Pension Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service 2 times annual salary Paid for seasonal staff events (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) Click apply to be considered for this role or email for more information. If you havent received a response from us within 2 weeks, then unfortunately you will have not been considered for the role.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Due to the continued growth of the business - a fantastic opportunity has arisen for a full-time qualified solicitor or legal executive to join a very well-established law firm based in Leeds City Centre. This is a rare opportunity to work in an exclusively Claimant focused environment with a caseload consisting of a broad range of claims in terms of type and value. As an ideal candidate, you should have the following attributes: Successful applicants will be at least 4 years PQE and working in the Employment sector, be ambitious with excellent communication skills and Have a strong academic background with experience gained at a leading firm. You will be joining a highly respected team offering excellent quality work and a rewarding career. The Employment Rights Team at this firm consists of lawyers dedicated to advising on and pursuing employment and industrial relations issues in the tribunals and courts for Unions, Associations, professional bodies, and their members, as well as private clients, covering all business sectors, across a range of industries and job roles. The role is 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday with 23 days annual leave which will increase dependant on years of service. Other benefits include - Pension Employee Assistance Programme Death in Service 2 times annual salary Paid for seasonal staff events (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter) Click apply to be considered for this role or email for more information. If you havent received a response from us within 2 weeks, then unfortunately you will have not been considered for the role.
Due to continued growth, we are currently looking for a Compliance officer to join our brilliant team. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established healthcare agency, who offers an excellent salary, benefits, you will be based from home and occasionally travel to London for team meetings. Medicnow operates in a regulated environment where all team members are risk aware and support good governance for our Healthcare workers within the Ambulance sector. Role Summary: You will be responsible for ensuring that candidates have the required documentation to work in either in the NHS (under the relevant Framework agreements) or with our private sector clients, ensuring that documents are updated on a regular basis to meet the high standards that are set within agreed SLA's. You will also be required to assist with audits as and when required. Must be willing to work the on call. Working under the supervision, direction and control of the Sales and Operations Director Qualification and experience/skills and knowledge required for the role: · Previous experience of working within a Compliance team. · Good understanding of HCPC registration and Compliance · Excellent organisation and Communication skills · Ability to work in a team and manage own work load · A friendly and approachable manner · Attention to detail · Highly competent in Microsoft Office · Persuasive · Be willing to learn · Able to work well under pressure · Great at multi-tasking · Able to deal with interruptions or a change in focus in response to urgent needs · A good memory is very helpful too!
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Due to continued growth, we are currently looking for a Compliance officer to join our brilliant team. This is a great opportunity to join a well-established healthcare agency, who offers an excellent salary, benefits, you will be based from home and occasionally travel to London for team meetings. Medicnow operates in a regulated environment where all team members are risk aware and support good governance for our Healthcare workers within the Ambulance sector. Role Summary: You will be responsible for ensuring that candidates have the required documentation to work in either in the NHS (under the relevant Framework agreements) or with our private sector clients, ensuring that documents are updated on a regular basis to meet the high standards that are set within agreed SLA's. You will also be required to assist with audits as and when required. Must be willing to work the on call. Working under the supervision, direction and control of the Sales and Operations Director Qualification and experience/skills and knowledge required for the role: · Previous experience of working within a Compliance team. · Good understanding of HCPC registration and Compliance · Excellent organisation and Communication skills · Ability to work in a team and manage own work load · A friendly and approachable manner · Attention to detail · Highly competent in Microsoft Office · Persuasive · Be willing to learn · Able to work well under pressure · Great at multi-tasking · Able to deal with interruptions or a change in focus in response to urgent needs · A good memory is very helpful too!
Job description * The Home Office established the UCPI in 2015 to inquire into and report on undercover police operations conducted by English and Welsh police forces in England and Wales since 1968. This post holder will support the Home Office's disclosure and information management responsibilities in the Department's response to UCPI. The role is an excellent opportunity to develop skills and experience in dealing with statutory inquiries and working in central government, as well as gaining exposure to a fascinating and high-profile area of work. The role sits within a small team which undertakes the following: - developing search terms and carrying out searches to identify and disclose Home Office material relevant to the UCPI's terms of reference, - working closely with legal advisors and counsel to develop search methodologies and seek advice on issues such as the application of Legal Professional Privilege; - reviewing material disclosed by both the Home Office and other individuals and organisations - such as law enforcement agencies and non-State/non-police stakeholders - to: o identify issues of relevance to the Home Office and draft high-quality summaries of evidence, identifying risks and recommending mitigating actions; and o identifying and protecting Home Office equities and seeking necessary redactions and/or working with legal advisors to produce restriction order applications; - preparing for evidential hearings including supporting counsel and producing all necessary papers and hearing bundles; " representing the Home Office at public hearings and producing high-quality daily readouts for circulation to ministers, senior officials, and relevant policy leads; - assisting in responding to Freedom of Information Act requests, Parliamentary Questions, and correspondence; and - supporting the Department's response to any legal challenges. This role provides a unique opportunity to support the Home Office's engagement with the Inquiry to help build public confidence in policing. The post holder will: - have experience of large-scale disclosure exercises; - have experience of working closely with lawyers; - have knowledge and experience of the application of legal professional privilege; - be highly organised; - have a keen eye for detail; and - have the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. Knowledge of the constitutional and regulatory frameworks surrounding policing in England and Wales would be desirable but is not essential. - Experience of large-scale disclosure exercises - Experience of working closely with lawyers - Knowledge and experience of the application of legal professional privilege The pay rate is £13.16 per hour for the 1st 12 weeks and £18.15 per hour thereafter. It is likely that this will be a hybrid working arrangement during the course of this year. There is also currently a requirement for occasional attendance in the office in Central London. The role is Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, and is expected to be for 1 year. Security Clearance check will be required on consideration of successful job application You must have a valid passport, 2 x proofs of address and NI, and must have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Job description * The Home Office established the UCPI in 2015 to inquire into and report on undercover police operations conducted by English and Welsh police forces in England and Wales since 1968. This post holder will support the Home Office's disclosure and information management responsibilities in the Department's response to UCPI. The role is an excellent opportunity to develop skills and experience in dealing with statutory inquiries and working in central government, as well as gaining exposure to a fascinating and high-profile area of work. The role sits within a small team which undertakes the following: - developing search terms and carrying out searches to identify and disclose Home Office material relevant to the UCPI's terms of reference, - working closely with legal advisors and counsel to develop search methodologies and seek advice on issues such as the application of Legal Professional Privilege; - reviewing material disclosed by both the Home Office and other individuals and organisations - such as law enforcement agencies and non-State/non-police stakeholders - to: o identify issues of relevance to the Home Office and draft high-quality summaries of evidence, identifying risks and recommending mitigating actions; and o identifying and protecting Home Office equities and seeking necessary redactions and/or working with legal advisors to produce restriction order applications; - preparing for evidential hearings including supporting counsel and producing all necessary papers and hearing bundles; " representing the Home Office at public hearings and producing high-quality daily readouts for circulation to ministers, senior officials, and relevant policy leads; - assisting in responding to Freedom of Information Act requests, Parliamentary Questions, and correspondence; and - supporting the Department's response to any legal challenges. This role provides a unique opportunity to support the Home Office's engagement with the Inquiry to help build public confidence in policing. The post holder will: - have experience of large-scale disclosure exercises; - have experience of working closely with lawyers; - have knowledge and experience of the application of legal professional privilege; - be highly organised; - have a keen eye for detail; and - have the ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines. Knowledge of the constitutional and regulatory frameworks surrounding policing in England and Wales would be desirable but is not essential. - Experience of large-scale disclosure exercises - Experience of working closely with lawyers - Knowledge and experience of the application of legal professional privilege The pay rate is £13.16 per hour for the 1st 12 weeks and £18.15 per hour thereafter. It is likely that this will be a hybrid working arrangement during the course of this year. There is also currently a requirement for occasional attendance in the office in Central London. The role is Monday to Friday, 37 hours per week, and is expected to be for 1 year. Security Clearance check will be required on consideration of successful job application You must have a valid passport, 2 x proofs of address and NI, and must have resided in the UK for the last 5 years.
A top 100 legal firm with offices in the centre of Cardiff is looking to appoint a Conveyancing Assistant on a permanent basis. This well-known legal firm is going from strength to strength and has expanded its team significantly over the last few years, moving into an exclusive and stunning city centre office. As a conveyancing assistant, you will be responsible for: Issuing initial paperwork to all parties, requesting further information, completing checks, issuing contracts and applying for searches. The ideal candidate will have conveyancing or legal experience in a similar field and be looking to develop their career with a fantastic organisation who offer a great reputation for developing their staff. The starting salary for this role is £17,509 per annum and 25 days (+ bank holidays) holiday per annum.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
A top 100 legal firm with offices in the centre of Cardiff is looking to appoint a Conveyancing Assistant on a permanent basis. This well-known legal firm is going from strength to strength and has expanded its team significantly over the last few years, moving into an exclusive and stunning city centre office. As a conveyancing assistant, you will be responsible for: Issuing initial paperwork to all parties, requesting further information, completing checks, issuing contracts and applying for searches. The ideal candidate will have conveyancing or legal experience in a similar field and be looking to develop their career with a fantastic organisation who offer a great reputation for developing their staff. The starting salary for this role is £17,509 per annum and 25 days (+ bank holidays) holiday per annum.
Liberty is an independent membership organisation. We challenge injustice, defend freedom and campaign to make sure everyone in the UK is treated fairly. We are campaigners, lawyers and policy experts who work together to protect rights and hold the powerful to account. We empower others to defend their own rights and the rights of their family, friends and communities. Our principles are guided by evidence and expertise - not political agenda, profit or popular opinion. We're not afraid to speak uncomfortable truths or confront intolerance and abuse of power wherever we find it. We are a uniquely multi-disciplinary team, working to achieve change through a powerful combination of lobbying, strategic litigation, public campaigning, member activism, and providing free advice and information to the public. Together we've been making the UK a fairer, more equal place since 1934. Advice & Information Officers are responsible for processing and responding to requests for legal advice and assistance from members of the public, supervising Liberty's Advice Line, producing public information resources on human rights law, and identifying suitable queries to refer to our in-house lawyers. They are also responsible for the recruitment, training and supervising of legal volunteers and give trainings to community groups etc. on UK human rights law and Liberty's main campaigning objectives. The Advice and Information team is also responsible for developing and managing Liberty's online advice hub, and for managing Liberty's advice projects, including developing and implementing specialist projects in areas which are campaigning priorities for Liberty. The successful candidate will be legally trained, holding at the very minimum a qualifying law degree in England and Wales, or another degree plus GDL. Your research skills must be of a very high standard and you must have had some former experience of legal advice provision and of providing advice to marginalised or oppressed groups. You also need to have a good grounding in domestic human rights law and some experience of delivering presentations on legal topics. Liberty is looking for a candidate who is committed to helping the team grow and develop new strategic projects in the longer term. Liberty is trans-inclusive, anti-racist, disability positive. We aim to fight all forms of oppression both in the wider world and within our office. These values should align with yours. Liberty is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised groups, particularly people of colour, trans and non-binary people, older and disabled people. Liberty's offices are wheelchair accessible.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Liberty is an independent membership organisation. We challenge injustice, defend freedom and campaign to make sure everyone in the UK is treated fairly. We are campaigners, lawyers and policy experts who work together to protect rights and hold the powerful to account. We empower others to defend their own rights and the rights of their family, friends and communities. Our principles are guided by evidence and expertise - not political agenda, profit or popular opinion. We're not afraid to speak uncomfortable truths or confront intolerance and abuse of power wherever we find it. We are a uniquely multi-disciplinary team, working to achieve change through a powerful combination of lobbying, strategic litigation, public campaigning, member activism, and providing free advice and information to the public. Together we've been making the UK a fairer, more equal place since 1934. Advice & Information Officers are responsible for processing and responding to requests for legal advice and assistance from members of the public, supervising Liberty's Advice Line, producing public information resources on human rights law, and identifying suitable queries to refer to our in-house lawyers. They are also responsible for the recruitment, training and supervising of legal volunteers and give trainings to community groups etc. on UK human rights law and Liberty's main campaigning objectives. The Advice and Information team is also responsible for developing and managing Liberty's online advice hub, and for managing Liberty's advice projects, including developing and implementing specialist projects in areas which are campaigning priorities for Liberty. The successful candidate will be legally trained, holding at the very minimum a qualifying law degree in England and Wales, or another degree plus GDL. Your research skills must be of a very high standard and you must have had some former experience of legal advice provision and of providing advice to marginalised or oppressed groups. You also need to have a good grounding in domestic human rights law and some experience of delivering presentations on legal topics. Liberty is looking for a candidate who is committed to helping the team grow and develop new strategic projects in the longer term. Liberty is trans-inclusive, anti-racist, disability positive. We aim to fight all forms of oppression both in the wider world and within our office. These values should align with yours. Liberty is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised groups, particularly people of colour, trans and non-binary people, older and disabled people. Liberty's offices are wheelchair accessible.
VANRATH are assisting a multinational law firm with the recruitment of a Contracts Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to develop and progress within a global organisation that places immense value on their staff. This firm has a fantastic reputation for progressing peop...
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
VANRATH are assisting a multinational law firm with the recruitment of a Contracts Specialist. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual to develop and progress within a global organisation that places immense value on their staff. This firm has a fantastic reputation for progressing peop...
A rapidly growing well reputable Legal firm in Bury are looking for a Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing commercial conveyancing caseload including shared ownership, Not only will you be you will benefit from the firms internal coaching programme, but youll also have a real chance to progress within the department. Dealing with exchange of contracts and completion and post completion steps. Overview of role: - Leading and managing a caseload of commercial conveyancing matters - Checking legal title in relation to the purchase - Preparing and issuing contract papers - Drafting mortgage reports - Analysing search results - Preparing completion statements - Dealing with exchange of contracts and completion and post completion steps - Supervising, developing and mentoring colleagues The ideal candidate: - Ability to work effectively with all types of people and be a committed team player - Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer - Excellent communication and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative - Able to supervise Trainees, Paralegals and Admin Support - Full understanding of all aspects of complex commercial conveyancing - Professional and self-motivated Benefits: - Paid parking - Bonus for achieving target - Additional day annual leave for birthday - Attendance bonus - Flexibility to work from home when previously agreed - Coaching and mentoring plans Salary range: £35,000 - £45,000 If this sounds like the perfect job for you apply. Alternatively, to learn more about this opportunity or to register your interest, contact .
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
A rapidly growing well reputable Legal firm in Bury are looking for a Commercial Conveyancing Solicitor to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and managing commercial conveyancing caseload including shared ownership, Not only will you be you will benefit from the firms internal coaching programme, but youll also have a real chance to progress within the department. Dealing with exchange of contracts and completion and post completion steps. Overview of role: - Leading and managing a caseload of commercial conveyancing matters - Checking legal title in relation to the purchase - Preparing and issuing contract papers - Drafting mortgage reports - Analysing search results - Preparing completion statements - Dealing with exchange of contracts and completion and post completion steps - Supervising, developing and mentoring colleagues The ideal candidate: - Ability to work effectively with all types of people and be a committed team player - Qualified Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer - Excellent communication and organisational skills and ability to use own initiative - Able to supervise Trainees, Paralegals and Admin Support - Full understanding of all aspects of complex commercial conveyancing - Professional and self-motivated Benefits: - Paid parking - Bonus for achieving target - Additional day annual leave for birthday - Attendance bonus - Flexibility to work from home when previously agreed - Coaching and mentoring plans Salary range: £35,000 - £45,000 If this sounds like the perfect job for you apply. Alternatively, to learn more about this opportunity or to register your interest, contact .
COMMERCIAL & CIVIL LITIGATION SOLICITOR / RUNCORN / UP TO £70K PA (NEGOTIABLE) + BENEFITS An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor to join an award-winning, rapidly expanding organisation. This is a permanent role based in our head office in Runcorn, Cheshire. If you have a background in Commercial and Civil Litigation, we want to hear from you! DCB Legal Ltd is a specialist in the provision of legal services relating to High Court Enforcement disputes, civil and commercial litigation, and debt recovery. We are not a full legal service provider, instead, we focus on providing a contemporary no fuss, bespoke legal service in our specialist field of debt recovery and litigation. We have seen a growing demand for client-focused effective options for dispute resolution. Our client retention rate coupled with recommendations and referrals provides a solid foundation for organic growth. Operating as an alternative business structure (ABS), we combine the expertise of non-legal and legal managers to provide over 75 years of expertise. We instruct the UK's leading experts, Direct Collection Bailiffs Limited as featured on Channel 5 programme "Can't Pay? We'll Take It Away" for all High Court Enforcement requirements. This Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor role would suit an individual who is looking to develop their career within Private Litigation by managing and growing a close-knit team of paralegals within this thriving business. Reporting to the CEO, this exciting role offers a highly competitive salary of up to £70,000 for the right candidate. What's on Offer? * Up to £70,000 (depending on experience) * Office hours, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm * Early finish on Fridays * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * Birthday Holiday (commencing 2022) * Free parking * Pension scheme Key Responsibilities of the Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor: * Deliver outstanding legal advice to both commercial and private clients * Debt recovery * Civil and Commercial litigation * Dispute resolution Experience and Skills Required: * Minimum 2 years PQE * Commercial experience and awareness * Proactive approach * Managing a team * Attention to detail * Excellent time management and organisational skills * Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders * Outstanding communication skills
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
COMMERCIAL & CIVIL LITIGATION SOLICITOR / RUNCORN / UP TO £70K PA (NEGOTIABLE) + BENEFITS An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor to join an award-winning, rapidly expanding organisation. This is a permanent role based in our head office in Runcorn, Cheshire. If you have a background in Commercial and Civil Litigation, we want to hear from you! DCB Legal Ltd is a specialist in the provision of legal services relating to High Court Enforcement disputes, civil and commercial litigation, and debt recovery. We are not a full legal service provider, instead, we focus on providing a contemporary no fuss, bespoke legal service in our specialist field of debt recovery and litigation. We have seen a growing demand for client-focused effective options for dispute resolution. Our client retention rate coupled with recommendations and referrals provides a solid foundation for organic growth. Operating as an alternative business structure (ABS), we combine the expertise of non-legal and legal managers to provide over 75 years of expertise. We instruct the UK's leading experts, Direct Collection Bailiffs Limited as featured on Channel 5 programme "Can't Pay? We'll Take It Away" for all High Court Enforcement requirements. This Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor role would suit an individual who is looking to develop their career within Private Litigation by managing and growing a close-knit team of paralegals within this thriving business. Reporting to the CEO, this exciting role offers a highly competitive salary of up to £70,000 for the right candidate. What's on Offer? * Up to £70,000 (depending on experience) * Office hours, Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm * Early finish on Fridays * 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) * Birthday Holiday (commencing 2022) * Free parking * Pension scheme Key Responsibilities of the Commercial & Civil Litigation Solicitor: * Deliver outstanding legal advice to both commercial and private clients * Debt recovery * Civil and Commercial litigation * Dispute resolution Experience and Skills Required: * Minimum 2 years PQE * Commercial experience and awareness * Proactive approach * Managing a team * Attention to detail * Excellent time management and organisational skills * Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work from various stakeholders * Outstanding communication skills
Job Title: Probate Solicitor Location: Various Salary: £30,000-£45,000 An established, forward thinking Gloucestershire law firm is currently looking for an experienced Probate Solicitor to join their busy Private Client department. This firm has a reputation for having provided high quality legal services with excellent standards of client care to the local communities for decades. The successful candidate will be minimum 2 years PQE with experience of a wide range of private client matters including, but not limited to; probate, wills, inheritance tax planning, and powers of attorney. You will be able to work unsupervised, dealing with all aspects of the probate process. In this role you will be responsible for the undertaking of cases and ensuring efficient conduct of all work, delegating to support staff when necessary. Client satisfaction is of utmost importance to this firm so impeccable standards of client care is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for a Probate Lawyer to join a reputable firm and continue to progress in their career. You will be joining a team of friendly, professional individuals with a drive to succeed and put the clients at the heart of everything they do. This firm also offers a competitive bonus scheme to their fee earners. You will have: Minimum 2 years PQE with experience handling a range of private client matters Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team and delegate where necessary Strong IT skills Excellent client care skills Clear, concise communication skills Job title synonyms: Private Client Solicitor, Private Client Lawyer, Probate Legal Executive, Wills and Probate Solicitor, Probate Associate
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Job Title: Probate Solicitor Location: Various Salary: £30,000-£45,000 An established, forward thinking Gloucestershire law firm is currently looking for an experienced Probate Solicitor to join their busy Private Client department. This firm has a reputation for having provided high quality legal services with excellent standards of client care to the local communities for decades. The successful candidate will be minimum 2 years PQE with experience of a wide range of private client matters including, but not limited to; probate, wills, inheritance tax planning, and powers of attorney. You will be able to work unsupervised, dealing with all aspects of the probate process. In this role you will be responsible for the undertaking of cases and ensuring efficient conduct of all work, delegating to support staff when necessary. Client satisfaction is of utmost importance to this firm so impeccable standards of client care is essential. This is an exciting opportunity for a Probate Lawyer to join a reputable firm and continue to progress in their career. You will be joining a team of friendly, professional individuals with a drive to succeed and put the clients at the heart of everything they do. This firm also offers a competitive bonus scheme to their fee earners. You will have: Minimum 2 years PQE with experience handling a range of private client matters Ability to work effectively as part of a busy team and delegate where necessary Strong IT skills Excellent client care skills Clear, concise communication skills Job title synonyms: Private Client Solicitor, Private Client Lawyer, Probate Legal Executive, Wills and Probate Solicitor, Probate Associate
Do you have at least two years experience working as a PA or legal secretary? Do you pride yourself on providing excellent customer service? Are you professional and a great communicator? Can you work office hours Monday to Friday? If so, we would love to hear from you. Ordinarily, you would be working in a busy modern office in a hands-on role; responsible for undertaking PA tasks for the Family t...... click apply for full job details
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Do you have at least two years experience working as a PA or legal secretary? Do you pride yourself on providing excellent customer service? Are you professional and a great communicator? Can you work office hours Monday to Friday? If so, we would love to hear from you. Ordinarily, you would be working in a busy modern office in a hands-on role; responsible for undertaking PA tasks for the Family t...... click apply for full job details
Criminal Solicitor, NQ+ PQE, Norfolk, (DOE), Reputable practice with a strong reputation for providing an excellent service within this area of law is actively seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join their growing department. To apply or register your interest, please call Cassie Bell on and quote Job Ref: 7043 JOB TITLE: Criminal Solicitor PQE: NQ+ LOCATION: Norfolk SALARY: £DOE THE ROLE: The successful Criminal Solicitor will join this firm's reputable criminal team. You will be exposed to a range of high-quality work and gain valuable experience to define your career in this area of law. Alongside handling your own caseload of Criminal matters, you will be supported in achieving Duty status, if you already don't have the accreditation. You will ideally possess the ability to prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with criminal law issues or training and supervision will be provided if required. The role will include advising clients at the police station, attending Magistrates Courts and assisting with Crown Court preparation. THE CANDIDATE: Applications are sought from Solicitors who have ideally completed at least one seat within crime or are looking for the opportunity to develop a specialism within this area of law. If you have proven technical expertise within criminal law, we would also like to hear from you as the criminal team of this reputable practice are keen to expand through the appointed of skilled and ambitious Criminal Lawyers. You will ideally be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures and be willing to learn and adapt to this busy team's way of working. With a passion for this area of law, you will be eager and have excellent time management and organisation skills. Ideal Criminal Lawyers will be Duty qualified or keen to work towards Duty qualification. THE FIRM: This established practice has a strong reputation for the excellent service they provide their clients within criminal law and the firm are avid supporters of employees who have a strong passion for this area of law. If you are looking for a friendly and supportive practice which is offers flexibility (open to considering individuals on a full or part time basis) then this is the role for you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Cassie Bell at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. eNL is handling a number of Crime vacancies throughout the Midlands, South West and East of England. If you are a Criminal Lawyers looking for a move, please call now. eNL has a number of permanent, locum and consultant vacancies for private practice law firms, the public sector and FTSE in-house organisations, throughout England & Wales. If you are legally qualified or in a legal business support role and considering a career move, do get in touch, or go to https://enl/register-with-us to register your interest. In addition, if you know any legal professionals that may be interested in a new role, remember we do offer up to £500 referral fee bonus (T&C's apply).
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Criminal Solicitor, NQ+ PQE, Norfolk, (DOE), Reputable practice with a strong reputation for providing an excellent service within this area of law is actively seeking an experienced Criminal Solicitor to join their growing department. To apply or register your interest, please call Cassie Bell on and quote Job Ref: 7043 JOB TITLE: Criminal Solicitor PQE: NQ+ LOCATION: Norfolk SALARY: £DOE THE ROLE: The successful Criminal Solicitor will join this firm's reputable criminal team. You will be exposed to a range of high-quality work and gain valuable experience to define your career in this area of law. Alongside handling your own caseload of Criminal matters, you will be supported in achieving Duty status, if you already don't have the accreditation. You will ideally possess the ability to prepare cases at all levels of court in connection with criminal law issues or training and supervision will be provided if required. The role will include advising clients at the police station, attending Magistrates Courts and assisting with Crown Court preparation. THE CANDIDATE: Applications are sought from Solicitors who have ideally completed at least one seat within crime or are looking for the opportunity to develop a specialism within this area of law. If you have proven technical expertise within criminal law, we would also like to hear from you as the criminal team of this reputable practice are keen to expand through the appointed of skilled and ambitious Criminal Lawyers. You will ideally be able to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of criminal law, practices and procedures and be willing to learn and adapt to this busy team's way of working. With a passion for this area of law, you will be eager and have excellent time management and organisation skills. Ideal Criminal Lawyers will be Duty qualified or keen to work towards Duty qualification. THE FIRM: This established practice has a strong reputation for the excellent service they provide their clients within criminal law and the firm are avid supporters of employees who have a strong passion for this area of law. If you are looking for a friendly and supportive practice which is offers flexibility (open to considering individuals on a full or part time basis) then this is the role for you. HOW TO APPLY: Contact Cassie Bell at eNL on or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. eNL is handling a number of Crime vacancies throughout the Midlands, South West and East of England. If you are a Criminal Lawyers looking for a move, please call now. eNL has a number of permanent, locum and consultant vacancies for private practice law firms, the public sector and FTSE in-house organisations, throughout England & Wales. If you are legally qualified or in a legal business support role and considering a career move, do get in touch, or go to https://enl/register-with-us to register your interest. In addition, if you know any legal professionals that may be interested in a new role, remember we do offer up to £500 referral fee bonus (T&C's apply).
GLOBAL LAW FIRM SEEKING COMMERCIAL LAWYER QC Legal is pleased to present another opportunity with a top global 100 law firm. The firm prides itself on its long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in a deep understanding of the sectors in which they operate. The firm regularly appears in Tier 1 of the Legal 500 for its work in a multitude of sectors. The firm is looking to expand its Central Procurement and Contracts team in both the Birmingham and Glasgow offices. You will be joining a team comprised of a Legal Director, Senior Contracts Lawyers, a Senior Training and Contract Lawyer and a Paralegal. The firm is offering a competitive salary and remuneration package of up to £80,000 plus benefits. The Role You will be expected to review, draft, amend and negotiate contracts from low to high value for all the business operations that CPC supports (as indicated above) handling the legal aspects in an autonomous fashion and seeking input from the senior lawyers in the team where required. Apply a pragmatic, commercial and, in some cases, risk management approach to all contract work, often against tight deadlines. Work as a member of project teams established for larger sourcing projects to provide contract support (as above) and advice. Provide contract advice and guidance to assist with resolution of supplier issues. Work with other members of CPC and the buying community to ensure that the supplier contract database is kept up to date, and all new contracts are recorded in the database. Working with CPC team on CPC annual and quarterly objectives aligned with firmwide strategy. You Will: Have excellent academics, achieving a minimum 2:1 at Undergraduate level. Have at least 2 years' previous qualified experience at a reputable law firm and be able to demonstrate a strong track record. Demonstrate experience in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial agreements. In particular, experience of IT, IP and data protection related aspects. Demonstrate the ability to formulate and draft service requirements and service level agreements based on input and level of acceptable risk. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with those in your team. Have solid presentation and client handling skills and be commercially astute (take an active part in business development for the firm). Demonstrate astute commerciality and a can-do attitude throughout your work and the firm's business development. Offering: A competitive salary of up to £80,000. Early responsibility and an exceptional training and development programme. Medical insurance. Plus, other flexible benefits. How to Apply We'd welcome speaking with you directly and confidentially. Please call Amelia Rose on or . Find out more about our current job opportunities here: QC Legal is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, very much setting the industry benchmark, leading from the front and by example.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
GLOBAL LAW FIRM SEEKING COMMERCIAL LAWYER QC Legal is pleased to present another opportunity with a top global 100 law firm. The firm prides itself on its long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in a deep understanding of the sectors in which they operate. The firm regularly appears in Tier 1 of the Legal 500 for its work in a multitude of sectors. The firm is looking to expand its Central Procurement and Contracts team in both the Birmingham and Glasgow offices. You will be joining a team comprised of a Legal Director, Senior Contracts Lawyers, a Senior Training and Contract Lawyer and a Paralegal. The firm is offering a competitive salary and remuneration package of up to £80,000 plus benefits. The Role You will be expected to review, draft, amend and negotiate contracts from low to high value for all the business operations that CPC supports (as indicated above) handling the legal aspects in an autonomous fashion and seeking input from the senior lawyers in the team where required. Apply a pragmatic, commercial and, in some cases, risk management approach to all contract work, often against tight deadlines. Work as a member of project teams established for larger sourcing projects to provide contract support (as above) and advice. Provide contract advice and guidance to assist with resolution of supplier issues. Work with other members of CPC and the buying community to ensure that the supplier contract database is kept up to date, and all new contracts are recorded in the database. Working with CPC team on CPC annual and quarterly objectives aligned with firmwide strategy. You Will: Have excellent academics, achieving a minimum 2:1 at Undergraduate level. Have at least 2 years' previous qualified experience at a reputable law firm and be able to demonstrate a strong track record. Demonstrate experience in dealing with all legal aspects of commercial agreements. In particular, experience of IT, IP and data protection related aspects. Demonstrate the ability to formulate and draft service requirements and service level agreements based on input and level of acceptable risk. Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with those in your team. Have solid presentation and client handling skills and be commercially astute (take an active part in business development for the firm). Demonstrate astute commerciality and a can-do attitude throughout your work and the firm's business development. Offering: A competitive salary of up to £80,000. Early responsibility and an exceptional training and development programme. Medical insurance. Plus, other flexible benefits. How to Apply We'd welcome speaking with you directly and confidentially. Please call Amelia Rose on or . Find out more about our current job opportunities here: QC Legal is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, very much setting the industry benchmark, leading from the front and by example.
Our Team Bloomberg's Legal & Compliance Department plays a critical role in supporting our businesses and operations around the world. We move quickly and thoughtfully to help address a variety of complex legal issues that arise across the Company's various businesses. Our team is made up of talented and hardworking professionals who think creatively and work collaboratively in an open environment to deliver results, drive innovation, and solve difficult problems. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we strive to maintain an environment where our employees are empowered to make an impact. We also recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in cultivating a supportive workplace and the importance of giving back to our communities as evidenced by our award-winning pro bono program. The Global Financial Regulatory team provides coverage and legal support of Bloomberg's regulated entities and products including support for Bloomberg's non-regulated products and services. We are influential in the development of new products, services and regularly provide legal advice regarding the design and implementation of new products and services. What's The Role? Based in London, this is a great opportunity to join the Financial Regulatory legal team who are responsible for the global support of electronic trading venues for securities and derivatives across all asset classes, pre-trade analytics, post-trade services, research, information security and enterprise risk. In our team, you will have the opportunity to support products across the business including electronic trading systems and data reporting products. On any given day you could be asked to analyse, help implement, or advocate for change to UK, EU, APAC, US and international securities and derivatives laws and regulations affecting Bloomberg's businesses, or draft and negotiate agreements with key customers. You will liaise regularly with senior business people, other legal counsel, our Risk, Negotiations and Compliance teams, or other support functions. We'll trust you to: Provide advice and help ensure regulated businesses comply with their prudential, conduct and commercial obligations Provide legal support for business, operations and marketing and sales forces Help draft and negotiate agreements and regulatory responses Bring a willingness to develop your knowledge of securities and derivatives regulation and related practice areas to complement a highly-functioning legal team with a broad portfolio of regulatory issues facing electronic trading, benchmark administrators, technology and information services providers. Thrive in collaborating with colleagues to deliver first-class advice and execution to Bloomberg Provide guidance on and implement controls relating to all UK, EU, APAC, US and international securities and derivatives laws and regulations affecting Bloomberg's businesses You'll need to have: Trained and qualified at a top tier law firm Post-qualification experience as a lawyer with a focus on non-contentious financial regulatory law Familiarity with financial services regulation (both prudential and conduct obligations deriving from UK/EU MiFIDII) securities and/or derivatives regulations Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills and the ability to thrive in an open office environment Demonstrated ability to thrive in a diverse team environment We'd love to see: Knowledge of regulatory issues relevant to broker-dealers, trading infrastructure (e.g. regulated trading venues, CCPs, data reporting services providers, benchmark administrators), investment advisers, public and private securities offerings and/or regulated businesses in the financial services sector A secondment supporting an in-house derivatives and/or financial regulation team If this sounds like you: Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Jan 26, 2022
Full time
Our Team Bloomberg's Legal & Compliance Department plays a critical role in supporting our businesses and operations around the world. We move quickly and thoughtfully to help address a variety of complex legal issues that arise across the Company's various businesses. Our team is made up of talented and hardworking professionals who think creatively and work collaboratively in an open environment to deliver results, drive innovation, and solve difficult problems. Diversity and inclusion are essential to our success, and we strive to maintain an environment where our employees are empowered to make an impact. We also recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in cultivating a supportive workplace and the importance of giving back to our communities as evidenced by our award-winning pro bono program. The Global Financial Regulatory team provides coverage and legal support of Bloomberg's regulated entities and products including support for Bloomberg's non-regulated products and services. We are influential in the development of new products, services and regularly provide legal advice regarding the design and implementation of new products and services. What's The Role? Based in London, this is a great opportunity to join the Financial Regulatory legal team who are responsible for the global support of electronic trading venues for securities and derivatives across all asset classes, pre-trade analytics, post-trade services, research, information security and enterprise risk. In our team, you will have the opportunity to support products across the business including electronic trading systems and data reporting products. On any given day you could be asked to analyse, help implement, or advocate for change to UK, EU, APAC, US and international securities and derivatives laws and regulations affecting Bloomberg's businesses, or draft and negotiate agreements with key customers. You will liaise regularly with senior business people, other legal counsel, our Risk, Negotiations and Compliance teams, or other support functions. We'll trust you to: Provide advice and help ensure regulated businesses comply with their prudential, conduct and commercial obligations Provide legal support for business, operations and marketing and sales forces Help draft and negotiate agreements and regulatory responses Bring a willingness to develop your knowledge of securities and derivatives regulation and related practice areas to complement a highly-functioning legal team with a broad portfolio of regulatory issues facing electronic trading, benchmark administrators, technology and information services providers. Thrive in collaborating with colleagues to deliver first-class advice and execution to Bloomberg Provide guidance on and implement controls relating to all UK, EU, APAC, US and international securities and derivatives laws and regulations affecting Bloomberg's businesses You'll need to have: Trained and qualified at a top tier law firm Post-qualification experience as a lawyer with a focus on non-contentious financial regulatory law Familiarity with financial services regulation (both prudential and conduct obligations deriving from UK/EU MiFIDII) securities and/or derivatives regulations Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills and the ability to thrive in an open office environment Demonstrated ability to thrive in a diverse team environment We'd love to see: Knowledge of regulatory issues relevant to broker-dealers, trading infrastructure (e.g. regulated trading venues, CCPs, data reporting services providers, benchmark administrators), investment advisers, public and private securities offerings and/or regulated businesses in the financial services sector A secondment supporting an in-house derivatives and/or financial regulation team If this sounds like you: Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
