Conflicts Researcher

Overview

This role supports the firm’s conflicts of interest process by using conflicts software and online research tools to produce accurate reports on prior involvement with parties related to potential new business. The position requires strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and effective communication skills across all levels of staff and attorneys.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business conflicts of interest reports according to department procedures using Intapp Open conflicts software and available online research tools.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all 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 in alignment with firm and department priorities.
• Interpret and analyze information by compiling, reviewing, filtering, synthesizing, and reaching logical conclusions or recommendations based on data and information that may vary in content and format.
• Act as a self-starter; work effectively with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment; and use independent judgment while completing all assignment aspects.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (highly preferred); prior conflicts experience may be considered in lieu of the 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.
• Previous online research experience preferred, including Dun & Bradstreet.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel, and ability to learn new software required; experience with PDF software is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits are provided at all levels.
• Salary range for this role is $57,000 to $65,000 annually, based on a 35 hour work week.
• This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Chicago.
• Pay within the salary range will be based on factors including relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs.
• This job is 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 provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. Diversity is valued, and applications are solicited from qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.