Conflicts Researcher

Overview

This role involves generating and maintaining accurate conflicts of interest research reports for potential new business. You will use Intapp Open conflicts software and online research tools to assess the firm’s prior involvement with parties connected to new matters. The position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business conflicts of interest reports according to department procedures, using Intapp Open conflicts software and available online research tools.
• Maintain working knowledge of department standard operating procedures and understand conflicts request workflow.
• Apply basic conflicts of interest principles as taught by the National Conflicts Manager and Conflicts Attorneys.
• Exercise sound judgment in managing assignments aligned with firm and department priorities.
• Interpret and analyze varied information to compile, review, filter, synthesize, and develop logical conclusions or recommendations.
• Act as a self-starter, working independently and with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of staff and attorneys using tact and diplomacy.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (highly preferred). Candidates with prior conflicts experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Prior work experience in a legal or professional service environment desired.
• Experience with relational databases such as Intapp Open, LegalKey, or CompliGuard Analyze (desired).
• Prior online research experience preferred, including Dun & Bradstreet.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel and ability to learn new software is required.
• Experience working with PDF software (a plus).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Salary range: $57,000 to $65,000 annually, based on a 35 hour work week.
• This salary range applies only to jobs performed in Chicago.
• Pay within the range will be based on relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs.
• Eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

Location

This position is based in:

• Atlanta, GA 30309
• Charlotte, NC 28202
• Chicago, IL 60606
• Dallas, TX 75201
• Houston, TX 77002
• Miami, FL 33131

Equal Employment Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities, and encourages applications from all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under federal, state, or local law.