Ethics Adviser  

What is in it for you?

• Qualified lawyer - solicitor, barrister or legal executive
• Showcase your ability to liaise with external stakeholders providing excellent customer service
• Enjoy a varied role, with challenge and ownership
• Training on rules and principles of conduct

The role

The Professional Ethics Guidance team are seeking a highly motivated and positive individual to join a skilled and supportive team of existing Ethics Advisers.

As an Ethics Adviser, you will specialise in providing advice on the rules that govern solicitors’ conduct and assist solicitors in applying these to their situation. You will give advice on the telephone, web chat and in writing, so you will need to communicate clearly, concisely and accurately.

With a natural ability to build rapport quickly, you will be the first port of call and will manage a substantial number of queries on a wide variety of subjects. You will also case work applications for waivers of the outcomes of the Code of Conduct and make first instance decisions on applications under Rule 20 of the SRA Accounts Rules.

The work is pressurised but varied and will suit someone who likes a challenge. You will need to take ownership of each query, meeting the highest performance standards at all times.

We will provide training on the rules and principles of conduct, but you will need to show an aptitude to apply them in relation to individual situations.

The helpline is open to the profession Monday to Friday 9.00 - 17.00 and you will be required to cover these hours.

What we are looking for

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience of private practice and advising on anti-money laundering
• Resilience and the ability to work under pressure, delivering to deadlines
• Competent decision maker, using appropriate judgement

We have one permanent opportunity in the team.

Please note that applications from candidates wishing to work on a part time basis will be considered providing that that a minimum of 17.5 hours are worked each week. 

Interviews will take place Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 April 2017. 

Essential

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and experience:

• Qualified lawyer
• Experience in legal practice
• Experience in advising on anti-money laundering legislation
• Ability to give advice to a wide range of professionals
• Ability to apply principles and criteria in decision making
• Ability to grasp complex factual cases and draw out critical information
• Resilient and able to work in a constantly changing environment
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver a large workload to meet deadlines
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as being a team player
• Excellent drafting, research, analytical and problem solving skills
• IT literate (Windows based software)

Desirable

• Track record of leading and delivering solutions, taking responsibility and accountability for the successful resolution of complex issues
• Ability to manage ad hoc projects and personal development
• Understanding of regulatory and operational risk
• Knowledge of the application of relevant legislation, regulatory standards, processes and procedures

The SRA is the independent regulator of solicitors and law firms in England and Wales, protecting consumers and supporting the rule of law and the administration of justice. We do this by overseeing all education and training requirements necessary to practise as a solicitor, licensing individuals and firms to practise, setting the standards of the profession and regulating and enforcing compliance against these standards.

We offer a generous flexible benefits package, a friendly working environment and the opportunity to develop your career within a professional organisation.

Vacancy closing date: 26/03/2017 23:55

The Solicitors Regulation Authority is an Equal Opportunities Employer