Are you highly organised, detail focused and confident handling sensitive information, and are you looking for a role where you can support a busy legal team with essential compliance and administrative work?

A respected legal team in Wiltshire is seeking a Compliance Assistant to support its Agriculture and Landed Estates department. This is a role suited to someone who enjoys structure, accuracy and working collaboratively with solicitors, paralegals and support staff. You will play an important part in ensuring the team meets its regulatory obligations while keeping workflows efficient and well organised.

Key Responsibilities

•  Assist with anti-money laundering procedures by collecting, reviewing and maintaining client identification documents in line with KYC requirements
•  Provide administrative support during internal and external audits, ensuring documents are accessible, complete and accurate
•  Support client due diligence processes including background checks and risk assessments
•  Assist with the delivery and monitoring of internal compliance programmes and policies
•  Input and maintain accurate and confidential data within the case management system
•  Manage and organise legal documents, case files and correspondence to ensure easy access and regulatory compliance
•  Maintain accurate and up to date AML and compliance records
•  Assist in preparing reports for senior management, regulators and auditors, including suspicious activity reports where required
•  Conduct basic research or gather information to support AML and compliance work
•  Monitor regulatory changes and assist in implementing updated procedures where necessary

 Skills and Experience

•  Experience in an administrative role, ideally within a legal environment
•  Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
•  High attention to detail and accuracy
•  Good written and verbal communication skills
•  Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with case management systems
•  Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence working within a team
•  Analytical mindset with good problem-solving ability

Qualifications

•  High school diploma or equivalent required
•  Associate degree in Business, Legal Studies or a compliance related field is an advantage