We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Deputy COLP to support the firm’s COLP in ensuring compliance with the SRA Standards and Regulations and maintaining our risk and compliance framework. This is a pivotal role helping to ensure the firm continues to operate to the highest professional standards.
Join our dynamic team at CEL Solicitors and make a significant impact!
We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced solicitor or compliance officer to join us on a full time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring that our legal practice operates in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
Do you want to join one of the fastest growing law firms in the UK, with a vibrant office in Liverpool City Centre overlooking Liverpool’s liver birds and waterfront, where there is a culture of genuine care and dedication for our clients and colleagues? If so, this could be the role for you.
At CEL Solicitors, you’ll be part of a supportive environment that values professional growth and client advocacy. We blend the professionalism of a corporate firm with the warmth of a family business.
We are different, but in a good way!
Fancy a game of pool or darts during your lunch break? On Fridays, we wrap up at 3:30pm and head to our bar for a drink of your choice before joining in the excitement at our amphitheatre, where we host guest speakers or occasional talent shows! Plus, hitting our targets might just earn you a holiday getaway!
Compensation & Benefits:
Gratitude is one of our core values. To show appreciation for our team, we offer:
Benefits:
Private Health Care 🏥
Enhanced Sickness Entitlement 🤒
Enhanced Maternity / Paternity Leave 🍼
Death in Service 💐
Bike 2 Work 🚲
Company Bar 💃
Paid Exam Leave 💻
Paid Company Parties 🥳
Birthday Day Off 🎁
25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays ✈️
Christmas Closure 🎄
Early Finish Fridays 🥂
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist the COLP in monitoring the firm’s compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Conduct file reviews and audits to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
• Promote a culture of regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the development, implementation and maintenance of compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to relevant legal and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular internal compliance audits
• Record and report on audit findings to identify and address potential issues/areas of improvement.
• Keep up to date with changes in laws, regulations, and industry’s best practices and recommended improvements that may impact the business.
• Assist in providing guidance and training to legal and non-legal staff on compliance-related matters.
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of compliance concerns, complaints, and violations.
• Collaborate with colleagues at all levels across the business to address and mitigate compliance risks.
• Assist to monitor and report on compliance performance to senior management.
• Assist in maintaining and updating key compliance records and registers.
• Assist in monitoring and assessing the effectiveness of the firm’s compliance systems.
• Assist in meeting strict quality assurance systems in order to maintain the firm’s quality standards accreditations.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in law, business, or a related field, or fee earner of similar standing.
• 3+ years PQE.
• Experience in a compliance role within a legal practice preferred.
• Strong knowledge of legal regulations and standards.
• A previous background in civil litigation and a good working knowledge and understanding of Pre Action Protocols and Civil Procedure Rules
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, trust and credibility and to manage sensitive and confidential information.
