Team PA and compliance support

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and proactive individual to join a dynamic, award-winning real estate advisory firm specialising in the office, industrial, living, and life sciences sectors . The role involves providing comprehensive PA and compliance support to a team of experienced professionals, including senior advisors and equity partners. The position is office-based, full-time, and requires an individual who can adapt to a fast-paced environment and take ownership of a wide variety of tasks.

Responsibilities:

• Provide PA support to the Office & Living Team, including covering for the team PA on Fridays (when the primary PA is off).
• Organise meetings, format documents, book travel, handle expenses, and conduct credit checks.
• Support the COO with minimal diary management tasks.
• Provide holiday cover for other PA roles as needed.
• Oversee and maintain the company's meeting rooms and handle guest arrivals, offering drinks and other assistance.
• Take responsibility for updating and maintaining the company website's media wall.
• Assist with research related to Living property transactions (e.g., house prices on Rightmove).
• Format and prepare the fortnightly team meeting PowerPoint presentation.
• Handle the management of approximately five office subscriptions.
• Work closely with two other experienced PAs, gaining exposure and learning opportunities in both PA and compliance functions.
• Over time, potentially take on responsibility for managing the Equity Partners' diaries.

Compliance Support:

• Provide essential compliance support to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) in managing anti-money laundering administration.
• Conduct thorough research on companies and individuals, ensuring compliance with AML regulations.
• Run credit checks and complete necessary checks to verify client backgrounds and protect the firm from potential financial risk.
• Assist with the completion of required template forms and documentation as part of the AML process.
• Collate and organize necessary information, ensuring it is up to date and accurately stored.
• Help monitor transactions to ensure that all activities are compliant with current regulations and the firm's internal procedures.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of AML activities, ensuring the firm remains fully compliant at all times.

Desired Candidate:

• A friendly, team-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Proactive with a positive, can-do attitude and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Confident in dealing with various stakeholders, ensuring effective communication.
• A keen interest in learning and taking on a variety of tasks.
• Comfortable in a high-pressure work environment with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• An interest in developing expertise in anti-money laundering compliance and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements.

Job Appeal:

• Join a highly respected and successful professional services business with a strong market reputation.
• Opportunity to work within a close-knit, supportive team environment.
• Potential for growth and development, with excellent progression opportunities in both PA and compliance fields.
• Exposure to the anti-money laundering compliance field, with a chance to upskill in this area.
• A dynamic, hard-working, yet friendly team atmosphere in an open-plan office.
• A flat team structure with regular social events and occasional trips.
• Enjoy a professional, yet fun work culture where teamwork is paramount.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Private healthcare.
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Auto-enrolment workplace pension scheme.