Conflicts Researcher

Overview

This role supports the firm’s conflicts of interest process by using conflicts research tools and legal/internet research to produce accurate reports on prior involvement with parties connected 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 when working with 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 working knowledge of department standard operating procedures and the conflicts request workflow
• Apply basic conflicts of interest principles as taught by the National Conflicts Manager and Conflicts Attorneys
• Manage assignments using sound judgment aligned with firm and department priorities
• Interpret and analyze information by compiling, reviewing, filtering, synthesizing, and drawing logical conclusions or recommendations based on data from varied formats
• Act as a self-starter; work independently and collaboratively with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment
• Perform other responsibilities as required

Requirements

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

Compensation & Benefits

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

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 & Accommodations

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. Diversity is valued, and applications are welcomed without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.