Risk & Compliance Administration Apprentice
This is a Permanent, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
If you're eager to build a fulfilling career in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, our Apprenticeship Scheme could be the perfect opportunity. The apprentice role will allow the candidate to work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification or a Level 3 Risk & Compliance Officer accreditation depending on the skills and experience of the chosen candidate. You'll learn the fundamentals of the role, earning as you learn and working alongside experienced professionals.
Based in our Risk & Compliance department, you’ll support key areas like reporting, assisting our users on our electronic identification verification, auditing, reviewing creating and formatting policies, controls and procedures, while benefiting from exceptional training and support. With one day a week dedicated to study, fully funded by the firm, this role offers a fantastic first step into an office-based career.
Responsibilities will include:
Planning & Organising
- Working with the team, take responsibility for completing administrative/data processing tasks, manage priorities and organise own workload to successfully meet deadlines.
- Organising meetings and effectively managing diaries for the team and wider stakeholders.
- Take minutes during meetings where appropriate and progress the necessary outcomes of these meetings.
Processes
- Take a clear interest in seeing that projects are successfully completed and requests from colleagues are handled appropriately.
Record & Document Production
- Produce accurate records using the most appropriate IT package.
- Update and review databases, record information and produce limited data analysis where required.
- Assist with presentations and training material in accordance with the firm’s brand guidelines.
- Maintain records in accordance with the team’s needs and in compliance of firm’s procedures.
- Assist with the progression and resolution of compliance queries and requests from staff across the business, including those to support client onboarding activities and client matter management.
- Assist with the delivery of subject access requests using appropriate software.
File reviews
- Auditing internal files to ensure compliance with our internal policies, controls and procedures as well as our quality accreditation and regulatory requirements
Skills required:
- Excellent time management and organisational skills and work to tight deadlines.
- Be self-motivated and capable of working on own initiative and as part of a team.
- Proficient in the use of all Microsoft packages, Excel, Word and PowerPoint being a priority.
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Deliver responsibilities efficiently and with integrity.
- 5 GCSE’s including Maths and English at grade 4 or above.
The company
With a full-service offering and a diverse client base, Wilkin Chapman Rollits continues to grow, while maintaining our commitment to quality, innovation, and client-focused service.
We know that happy, motivated employees drive success, and a strong, forward-thinking culture benefits everyone. That’s why we provide the tools, support, and opportunities our people need to thrive.
With our combined roots stretching back over 300 years, we are the largest law firm operating out of Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, with six regional locations and a place in the Lawyer UK 200. We combine deep local and sector knowledge with the strength, resources, and reach to handle any challenge—offering the best of both a large firm and a trusted, client-focused partner.
We invest in your career, offering a great benefits package and a supportive, sociable working environment. You’ll be joining a community of like-minded professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and excellence across our locations in Grimsby, Lincoln, Louth, Hull, York and Beverley.
At Wilkin Chapman Rollits, we are committed to attracting and retaining individuals from all backgrounds. We believe diversity fosters a values-led culture, fuels our growth, and creates opportunities for our colleagues to develop and succeed. As a Disability Confident and Armed Forces Friendly employer, we are dedicated to an inclusive environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.
The Benefits
The benefits
We recognise the importance of looking after you and your family, which is why we offer an excellent package of benefits to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance.
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