Hughes Paddison Solicitors
Compliance Assistant
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13 May, 2026
Compliance Assistant
Competitive salary
Hughes Paddison
Cheltenham, UK
Part time
Risk and Compliance, Regulatory, Other
Job Description
Our compliance team is growing and we are looking for a Compliance Assistant to work on a part-time basis.
This is a varied role and suited to someone who is highly organised, dependable, and confident working with sensitive information. Experience in a similar role within the legal industry or financial services is desirable.
Working with the Compliance Manager, and together reporting to the firm's COLP, you will be responsible for:
- Helping to maintain and update firm-wide compliance policies and procedures
- Conducting client due diligence checks and risk reviews (Thirdfort referrals)
- Supporting audits and internal checks such as file reviews
- Co-ordinating compliance training sessions
- Providing support in the monitoring of complaints, claims, and data breach registers
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This is an opportunity to join a team that encourages development, values fresh ideas, and supports one another to achieve high standards together. We are proud of our collaborative and supportive culture, where integrity, transparency, and professionalism are at the heart of what we do. We value approachable team members who work well with others, while taking ownership of their responsibilities.
You'll Be Known For Having
- Strong administration and organisational skills
- Confident communication skills - both written and verbal
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
- A professional, approachable, supportive, and team-focused attitude
- A passion for championing a strong culture of compliance and accountability
- Ideally (but not essentially) legal or financial services compliance experience
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We Offer
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
- Pension, private medical insurance, permanent health insurance, and death-in-service
- FTE Annual leave 23 days plus bank holidays - pro-rated if joining part-way through the year
- Discretionary additional days for Christmas closing - pro-rated if joining part-way through the year
- Enhanced maternity policy
- Volunteering day - 1 day per rolling 12-months
- Mental health first aiders
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee referral scheme
- Social committee and charity of the year
To apply, please send an introductory email and CV to: Ursula Day, HR Manager at ud@hughes-paddison.co.uk
Staff Type
Business Support Staff
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