The Company:
Operating in the funds management sector, our client is now seeking a legal compliance and admin superstar to join its expanding team, where you'll play an integral role. Reporting to the Head of Legal, this is a chance to join a company that works in a very interesting industry that is in growth mode and involved in some interesting wealth management and property investment projects. You’ll have the opportunity to work with experts who have national and international experience across the funds management and investment industries and to develop your career in an exciting new direction.
  
The Role:
This is an interesting and varied role that would suit someone from a legal administration background who has experience working with AML requirements and CFT legislation. You’ll need to have a sharp eye for detail and enjoy taking ownership of  making sure that all necessary documentation is collected, inputted and updated throughout the investor process. This is also a client facing role, so we are looking for a real ‘people person’ who can be a bubbly and professional face to the brand, engage well with clients and be the machine that keeps everything running smoothly!

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensuring compliance with AML/CFT obligations and carrying out investor due diligence
• Liaising and responding to investor questions and collating relevant information as required
• reviewing applications, company information and trust deeds
• providing general legal, compliance and administrative support to the team
• maintaining records and ensuring the database is kept up to date
• preparing for and assisting with internal audits

About you:

• 2+ years of experience in AML, compliance and/or legal admin /sec role where AML work has formed part of your role. 
• Working knowledge of the New Zealand AML/CFT procedures
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise work effectively
• A tertiary degree would be preferred
• Permanent right to work in New Zealand

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to join a thriving and successful business and use your legal and compliance skills in an In-House environment. We are looking for someone who is positive, driven, meticulous and extremely organised, who can be a great team player and who likes being part of a very social team culture.  
  
The benefits of this opportunity:

• Exposure to an exciting industry
• Competitive salary + bonus scheme
• Be part of an ambitious and social team who have regular team incentives and trips

For a confidential chat about this role, please contact Liz Sloan at CoLegal Recruitment – liz@colegal.co.nz or 027 211 6718.
  
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