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Compliance Administrator - Law FirmClayton Legal • Gravesend, Kent, England
Compliance Administrator - Law Firm

Compliance Administrator - Law Firm

Clayton Legal • Gravesend, Kent, England
11 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

File Opening & Compliance Administrator

Location: Kent

Salary: Circa £24,500 per annum

Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

An established and reputable law firm is seeking a highly organised File Opening & Compliance Administrator to join its busy support team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an interest in legal compliance to play a key role in supporting client onboarding, file management, and regulatory processes.

The Role

Working as part of the compliance team, you will be responsible for ensuring new client matters are opened efficiently and in line with regulatory requirements. You'll support the full lifecycle of client files, from onboarding and compliance checks through to file closure, archiving, and document management.

Key Responsibilities

  • Open new client files and set up matter workflows.
  • Carry out client identification and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks.
  • Review compliance documentation and ensure records are accurate and complete.
  • Send biometric verification requests and monitor outstanding documentation.
  • Maintain compliance with regulatory and internal procedures.
  • Prepare files for closure and coordinate archiving processes.
  • Liaise with internal departments regarding outstanding matters.
  • Manage the storage and retrieval of important legal documents, including Wills, Deeds, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
  • Coordinate file destruction in line with retention policies.
  • Provide guidance and support to colleagues on file opening and compliance procedures.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

  • Previous experience in legal administration, compliance, or file opening (preferred).
  • Knowledge of AML and client due diligence processes, or a willingness to learn.
  • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • The ability to prioritise workloads and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • A proactive, professional, and team-focused approach.

What's on Offer

  • A supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Opportunities to develop your knowledge of legal compliance and administration.
  • A varied role with genuine responsibility.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you're looking to build your career within the legal sector and enjoy working in a detail-focused administrative role, we'd love to hear from you.

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