Risk & Compliance Assistant

About Us

Stone King is an ambitious and purpose-driven firm specialising in the Business & Social Enterprise, Charity, Education, Public Faith and Private Client sectors. Our collaborative culture and core values are intertwined with our ethos of doing the right thing by our clients, communities, and our people. Our passion for the sectors we work in and the purpose-driven work we do with our clients has resulted in SK being recognised as national leaders in our specialist fields across the country.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking to progress their career to join Stone King's highly respected Risk and Compliance Team. The role will be based in our Bath office with hybrid working available.

Reasons to Apply

• Opportunity to gain invaluable experience across our Risk and Compliance Team, working closely with specialists across the firm.
• To be part of an ambitious and collaborative national firm where our culture and values are at the heart of everything we do.
• Excellent benefits with a focus on wellbeing and development at the forefront.
• Hybrid working – Stone King is proud to be a signatory of the Mindful Business Charter, supporting mental health and a healthy work/life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Completing AML checks for every client, including filling in the current opening form, completing AML risk assessments, selecting sector and matter codes, obtaining IDs, running Smart Search reports and conflict checks.
• Responsible for matter closure, contacting Fee Earners, clearing unbilled WIP, clearing residual funds on client accounts, and returning funds to clients.
• Help the firm comply with the requirements under the SRA Code of Conduct.
• Ensuring matters are closed in a timely manner and any outstanding comments or complaints are dealt with by the Risk and Compliance Officer and Partner.

Requirements

Essential

• Proficient IT skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work individually or in a team.
• Adaptable and able to work with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Proactive and eager to learn.
• Organisational and time‑management skills, with experience meeting deadlines.
• High attention to detail and commitment to improving working practices.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a similar role or the legal sector.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Individual differences are embraced at Stone King, and we strive to create an environment in which people feel supported and able to be themselves. Stone King LLP is committed to offering an interview to any job applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the role. We aim to make our recruitment process as inclusive as possible and will make reasonable adjustments where needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Profit Share Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Life assurance (4 × salary).
• Pension scheme.
• 28 days holiday (in addition to statutory UK holidays).
• Additional day allocated for CSR activities per annum.

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