We have an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join our Risk Department Team in Northampton.
Job purpose:
This role is critical to supporting the firm to streamline the onboarding process for our clients and assist fee earners with their due diligence enquiries.
This role is responsible for performing client and matter opening processes and initiating client due diligence checks as part of the New Business Unit and providing support to the wider compliance team.
A key function of the role will involve communicating with clients and fee earners about our due diligence procedures to ensure compliance with our regulatory obligations and our own policies.
Duties and Responsibilities:
* To conduct anti money laundering (AML) checks and conflict searches on new clients and new matters including research of corporate clients entity structures and beneficial ownership arrangements
* To assist clients, ensuring confidentiality at all times, with the completion of AML checks
* To undertake file opening processes for new clients and new matters
* To review the current documentation held for existing clients to ensure compliance with our policies and identifying any additional checks required
* To maintain accurate records and documentation related to AML and conflict searches
* To provide support to the wider compliance team, as required
* To carry out any other administrative and ad-hoc duties
Technical & Operational Competencies:
* Previous experience in an administration role
* A basic understanding of AML and/or conflict compliance although additional training will be provided as part of the role
* A basic understanding of onboarding processes
* Good attention to detail
* Good organisational and time management skills
* Good written and oral communication skills with the ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
* Good level of IT competence
* Good problem solving skills
* Willingness to learn and develop as the role develops
* Team player
About Us
At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base.
As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service.
Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission 'to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working:
* We have been accredited with "Investors in People" since 1996 and shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. We achieved a three-star accreditation in the top 75 "Best Companies" (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked second in the top 10 "Best Large Law Firms to Work For" category.
Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.
* We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid 'charity day' per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events