Ethics Adviser
• Opportunity to be at the forefront of advising on the rules that govern solicitors' conduct
• Showcase your ability to liaise with external stakeholders providing excellent customer service
• Enjoy a varied role, with challenge and ownership
• Training on rules and principles of conduct
The role
The Professional Ethics Guidance team are seeking a highly motivated and positive individual to join a skilled and supportive team of existing Ethics Advisers who specialise in providing advice on the rules which govern solicitors’ conduct and assist solicitors in applying these to their situation. Advice is provided by way of telephone and in writing so the ability to communicate clearly, concisely and with accuracy is of utmost importance.
With a natural ability to build rapport quickly, you will be the first port of call on a helpline and will manage calls on a wide variety of subjects, in addition to written responses to enquiries. The work is pressurised but varied and challenging, and you will need to take ownership of each query, meeting the highest performance standards at all times.
Training will be provided on the rules and principles of conduct, you'll be required to show an aptitude to apply them in relation to individual situations.
What we expect
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of private practice and advising on anti-money laundering
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure, delivering to deadlines
• Competent decision maker, using appropriate judgement
Essential
Qualified lawyer
Experience in legal practice
Experience in advising on anti-money laundering legislation
Ability to give advice to a wide range of professionals
Ability to apply principles and criteria in decision making
Ability to grasp complex factual cases and draw out critical information
Resilient and able to work in a constantly changing environment
Ability to work under pressure to deliver a large workload to meet deadlines
Ability to work on own initiative as well as being a team player
Excellent drafting, research, analytical and problem solving skills
IT literate (Windows based software)
Desirable
Track record of leading and delivering solutions, taking responsibility and accountability for the successful resolution of complex issues
Ability to manage ad hoc projects and personal development
Understanding of regulatory and operational risk
Knowledge of the application of relevant legislation, regulatory standards, processes and procedures
Additionally, we provide a generous flexible benefits package, including gym membership with a tax only cost, an excellent defined contribution pension scheme and an additional 3% of annual basic salary upon successful completion of probation.
The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Diversity and inclusion is central to everything we do. We are actively committed to promoting and participating in good practice in the way that we attract, recruit and retain staff.
Everyone is encouraged to bring their whole self to work because we appreciate the value that a truly diverse workforce brings to an organisation. We celebrate difference, recognising the benefits this brings to our inclusive culture, including age, disability, gender identity and expression, religion, race, sex, sexual orientation and socio economic background.
We are a Stonewall Top 100 Employer, a member of ENEI, a disability confident employer and we are happy to talk flexible working.
This opportunity is closed to applicants.