Compliance Assistant (12 month Fixed Term Contract)

This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing business and be a crucial member of the Compliance Team. This is a 12-month fixed term contract covering maternity leave.

Our business

Having welcomed clients since 1983, the business has grown organically over the years by putting clients at the core of our proposition. By providing excellent service and outcomes for clients we have achieved significant growth and now look after in excess of £1bn of client assets.

We strive to recruit, develop, and retain individuals who share our vision and values and who want to make a valuable contribution to the continued success of our business. We encourage staff progression which could ultimately include the future opportunity of taking part in equity ownership in the business subject to business need and individual assessment. A key part of the business’s succession planning has been developing ambitious employees who wish to take part in the most fundamental of ways i.e., partnership.

Our office is based in Enderby, Leicestershire and we service high net worth clients across the UK. We look to build long term client relationships based on trust, professionalism, and support which is echoed in our staff approach. This year we were delighted to receive for the third time a “Best Financial Advisor to Work for” award by Professional Advisor, following their review of our company policies and anonymous staff feedback.

We are committed to the highest standards of knowledge and skill as demonstrated by our Chartered Status. Our employees are consistently encouraged and supported to challenge themselves and to develop their qualifications.

Our business has grown on a foundation of excellent service, high standards of advice and a commitment to treating both staff and clients with the utmost respect.

Key knowledge, skills and experience required

  • Educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent)
  • Organisation skills
  • Good attention to detail
  • Computer and Microsoft Office literate – Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to communicate effectively written and verbal.
  • Ability to create and maintain accurate paper and computer-based records
  • Experience of working in the compliance field is desirable

Main responsibilities

  • Provide a quality service to the Business under the training and guidance of the Compliance Manager
  • Support and assist the Compliance Manager to meet the regulatory requirements in respect of compliance monitoring controls for the Business
  • Maintain records that meet the requirements of the firm and the regulator

Remuneration and benefits

  • Salary – £23,000 to £26,000 per annum (Dependant on qualifications, knowledge, and experience)
  • Life assurance – 2 x salary
  • Pension – 5% employer contribution, increasing incrementally in recognition of service. Salary sacrifice scheme available
  • Holiday – 24 days’, increasing incrementally in recognition of continuous service
  • Health cash plan scheme – Includes support towards everyday health care costs, access to a discounts portal and Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Hours – Normal working hours are Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
  • Hybrid working scheme – Available following completion of initial training and induction
  • Professional qualifications – Financial support available for study materials and examinations subject to prior approval.
  • Employee Wellbeing – Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, wellbeing guides, discounts portal, Employee Assistance Programme.
  • Communication and Recognition – Regular staff updates and company events.
  • Free parking

To discuss joining Boolers as a Compliance Assistant call Andrew Hodges on 0116 240 7264, alternatively apply today by sending your CV with a covering letter to Katie Lunn at klunn@boolers.co.uk

Closing date for applications: 1 November 2024