Key responsibilities will include:
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Contribute to the design and implementation of the Firm’s compliance strategy and policy.
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Liaise with the business to communicate and facilitate the implementation of the Firm’s compliance plan and other policies and procedures.
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Develop and maintain an understanding of all the regulatory regimes to which the Firm is subject.
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Assist the team in identifying and facilitating the implementation of changes as and when required in order for the Firm to adapt to the changing regulatory environment.
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Support the business in identifying and mitigating legal & regulatory risk in a commercially aware manner.
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Assist with the preparation and delivery of effective training and monitoring of partners and employees who are subject to regulation.
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Assist in the preparation and conduct of internal audits where appropriate to ensure adherence with regulatory or other internal standards.
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Assist the Senior In-house Counsel and In-house Counsel draft, amend and negotiate contracts, confidentiality agreements, engagement letters etc in line with corporate policy.
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Monitor and assist in resolving complaints and approving financial promotions.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
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Educated to at least A level/Scottish Higher level or with demonstrable equivalent experience.
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Ideally holds an Honours Degree.
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Appropriate professional qualification or progress towards this.
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Experience working within a regulatory and/or legal environment.
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Experience of commercial law and application within a commercial environment.
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Previous experience in working with the Financial Services Authority in the creation of a risk management and compliance strategy and policy.
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Previous experience in drafting, amending and negotiating contracts, confidentiality agreements, engagement letters etc in line with the corporate policy.
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Solid demonstrable experience in an advisory role, ideally in a professional services environment.
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Highly computer literate in at least MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint,
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Knowledge of FSA regulations and the ability to interpret the regulations as it would apply to Hymans Robertson or a similar commercial environment.
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Understanding of the development of a highly professional compliance approach in respect of regulatory regimes and legislative requirements within a corporate environment.
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Understanding of Best Practice in respect of the implementation of a risk management and compliance strategy and policy within a corporate environment.
Personal Characteristics:
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Able to use initiative and make decisions with minimum guidance.
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Negotiation, influencing and persuasion skills.
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Ability to build effective relationships.
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Ability to develop self and others.
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Strong team player.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Organised, with an ability to prioritise.
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Accurate.
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Flexible and adaptable.
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Ability to meet deadlines and achieve agreed results.
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Takes ownership of issues and see through to resolution whilst understanding when to escalate if required.
Reward & Support
Hymans Robertson prides itself in offering a refreshing, stimulating work environment where independent thinking and new ideas are actively encouraged and where every member of the team genuinely makes a difference. Candidates can expect a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including full study support where applicable. The firm is committed to the personal and career development of all employees and this position offers excellent growth potential within a dynamic and growing organisation.
Further information on Hymans Robertson and our range of services is available at www.hymans.co.uk
For further information or to submit an application contact:- recruitment@hymans.co.uk