[Hiring] Legal Officer @DAC Beachcroft

Role Description

Launch and Develop Your Career in Legal, Risk & Compliance. Are you looking for a diverse role where you can build expertise across legal, regulatory compliance, risk management, financial crime, data protection, contracts, and governance? We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Legal Officer to join our growing Legal, Risk & Compliance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional who wants to develop broad experience within a regulated environment while contributing to the success, integrity, and resilience of the business.

Working alongside experienced legal and compliance professionals, you will play a key role in supporting regulatory compliance, managing risk, enhancing governance, and promoting a strong culture of accountability across the organisation.

The Legal Officer is critical to supporting adherence to the organisation's legal, regulatory, and operational framework. You will help identify, assess, prioritise, and manage risk and compliance obligations while providing practical advice and support to stakeholders across the business.

This varied role offers exposure to:

• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Risk management and governance
• Financial crime and sanctions compliance
• Data protection and privacy
• Contract review and management
• Regulatory engagement
• Insurance and complaints administration
• Business continuity and resilience

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess information, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commercially aware with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and perform effectively under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking capability.
• Ability to work independently and proactively manage your workload.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable working in a changing environment.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to other office locations where required.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys supporting colleagues and contributing to shared success.

Requirements

• A Law degree or relevant legal qualification.
• Experience working within a legal, compliance, governance, risk, or regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, financial crime, or regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting customer due diligence, onboarding, or KYC processes.
• Understanding of data protection legislation and privacy frameworks.
• Experience supporting contract reviews and legal documentation.
• Familiarity with regulated sectors such as legal services, insurance, financial services, or professional services.

Benefits

• High levels of flexibility and a great work life balance.
• A well-rounded remuneration package (which includes private medical insurance, income protection insurance and discounted gym membership, amongst many other benefits).
• Opportunities for growth and progression including professional funding.
• In person and remote social events.
• Opportunity to get involved in a range of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities.