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Legal & Compliance Assistant Jobs in Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom at GAP Talent
Title: Legal & Compliance Assistant
Company: GAP Talent
Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Legal & Compliance Assistant
Permanent Position
Cardiff (on-site)
We’re looking for a bright, motivated Legal & Compliance Assistant to join our team in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a law graduate (ideally with some exposure to finance) who’s eager to build a career in a fast-paced, international investment environment.
You’ll work closely with senior team members to support legal and compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions — including the UK, Ireland, and South Africa.
Key Responsibilities
Completing due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) for opening new stockbroking accounts/platforms
Reviewing RFPs (Requests for Proposals) from investors
Supporting compliance with UK and South African fund marketing regulations
Responding to general client and prospect queries
Assisting with regulatory research and project work, such as understanding marketing rules in new jurisdictions
Qualifications
Legal education or training (law degree preferred); finance knowledge is a plus
Smart, diligent, and detail-oriented
A great attitude and strong willingness to learn
Comfortable working within evolving regulatory frameworks
Flexible, open-minded, and proactive in approach
What’s on Offer
Competitive Salary + performance bonus
Professional Development – Ongoing training and support to expand your legal and compliance knowledge across UK, Irish, and South African regulations
Mentorship & Career Growth – Learn directly from experienced professionals in a collaborative, supportive team
Exposure to International Work – Gain insight into cross-border compliance and regulatory practices
