We are recruiting for a Risk and Compliance Assistant to join our growing team in our Cape Town office which is based near Observatory. The role will encompass providing support services to the team, assisting with regulatory and administrative processes, and contributing to wider team projects.
The Risk and Compliance team ensures we are compliant with all our obligations in areas such as professional regulation and data protection and advises on operational and regulatory risk across the firm, protecting our clients and people. The team includes both experienced lawyers and technical specialists who address an extensive range of regulatory and ethical requirements, applying both commercial and practical thinking to ensure we remain compliant and true to our values.
Who Are We?
TLT Resourcing Ltd is a subsidiary of TLT LLP (‘TLT’), an award-winning UK-based law firm with a reputation for its innovative approach to delivering legal services.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for thoughtful professional who brings both depth and perspective. You’re someone who can see the big picture while staying grounded in the details. You’ve built your expertise over time, and now you’re ready to collaborate in a way that lifts others up.
You’re not just skilled - you’re curious, adaptable, and committed to making legal work more accessible and impactful. You know how to navigate complexity, communicate clearly, and build trust across teams and clients.
If you’re passionate about using your insight to drive meaningful outcomes - and you care deeply about people along the way - we’d love to meet you.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Risk and Compliance Assistant, you will be:
- Supporting other team members on tasks and projects.
- Managing regulatory and administrative processes such as professional indemnity insurance renewals, registered foreign lawyer applications and practising certificate renewals.
- General administration tasks including allocating incoming queries from the business to the relevant teams and team members, keeping centralised task lists, updating intranet pages.
- Assisting with the coordination and management of team workflows, including tracking progress of ongoing tasks, identifying bottlenecks and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
What You Bring
Our employees are talented people, distinguished by technical excellence, with a willingness to embrace team working and a passion for client service. You will be able to demonstrate a similarly supportive, flexible and driven approach and will have accumulated the following experience and skills:
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including MS Teams and Sharepoint, and ability to learn new technologies quickly.
- Awareness of and interest in generative AI tools, including Microsoft Co-pilot and legal-specific AI systems, and their application in a compliance and risk management context.
- Excellent organisational skills – able to prioritise and manage multiple workstreams.
- Personal accountability for all deliverables, working proactively and at pace to deliver required milestones.
- Strong analytical and technical skills, with high attention to detail, excellent communication skills and the confidence to engage effectively with key stakeholders.
- A track record of success and experience working in a similar position preferably within a law firm or professional services firm.
What Makes This Role Special
People-first culture: We believe that when people feel seen, supported, and valued, they do their best work. We foster a culture of respect, empathy, and belonging - where your voice matters and your wellbeing come first.
Inclusive environment: We welcome people of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Diversity isn’t just a value - it’s a strength.
Growth-focused: We support learning, development, and career progression. Whether you’re deepening your expertise or exploring new paths, we’ll back you.
Purpose-driven: Your work will help clients navigate legal challenges with confidence and clarity, making a real difference in their lives and businesses.
