Conflicts Analyst/ Attorney

Overview

A global law firm with offices in 15 countries is seeking a Conflicts Analyst/Attorney to join their Intake Team. This role involves working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment to support the Conflict & Intake department by reviewing new business for potential conflicts and policy issues. The position is hybrid and reports to the Conflicts Manager.

Responsibilities

• Analyze legal conflicts and ethical rules to evaluate conflicts checks, identifying potential issues such as business and risk policy concerns, pending laterals, and matters involving significant clients
• Communicate with lateral attorney candidates to gather complete and accurate client and related party information
• Administer the conflicts review process and resolve potential conflicts in accordance with firm policies
• Conduct data analysis and research using various electronic databases
• Document processes and maintain records of conflicts-related information, including follow-ups and communications with attorneys
• Present clear summaries of potential conflict situations to attorneys and capture institutional knowledge
• Escalate issues such as non-responsiveness, ethical conflicts, and unresolved matters to the submitting or requesting attorney
• Assist with other department activities and perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

Skills & Competencies

• Strong client service orientation with a proactive approach to problem-solving and innovation
• Excellent judgment, initiative, and follow-up skills
• High attention to detail and outstanding organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize multiple tasks to meet strict deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with a professional demeanor
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships across all organizational levels and collaborate well in a team environment
• Ability to handle confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information appropriately
• Self-starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision

Education & Experience

• Advanced graduate degree or Juris Doctor (JD) preferred
• Advanced degree in competitive intelligence, research studies, or a related field is desirable
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in roles such as Paralegal, Litigation Legal Assistant, Legal Researcher, or comparable positions involving legal research or analytical business experience

Technology

• Proficiency with Windows-based software and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to quickly learn new software applications

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $115,000 - $130,000 per year, adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors
• Eligibility for discretionary bonus
• Health insurance with optional Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program
• Optional voluntary insurance programs including accident, life, disability, long-term care, critical illness, cancer, and pet insurance
• Commuter and transit programs may be available in certain locations

Location

This position is based in one of multiple office locations and operates on a hybrid work schedule.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and an inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with applicable fair chance laws and ordinances.