Description
This position is responsible for reviewing new business and working closely with the firm's Ethics Committee, attorneys, and other departments to resolve complex conflicts of interest and business sensitivity issues.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist attorneys in identifying and resolving conflicts of interest
- Coordinate receipt and documentation of engagement letters and client waivers
- Meet with Ethics Committee members, Managing Director, Director, and Manager to identify conflicts of interest
- Prepare and implement screens/firewalls when required
- Assist with maintaining and updating the conflicts database
- Assist with training Conflicts Analyst Assistants and Junior Conflicts Analysts
- Become proficient in using the conflicts database and business sensitivities
- Assist with research requests and other projects
Qualifications
- Strong organisational, analytical, writing, and communication skills
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail is essential
- Microsoft Word and Excel skills required
Education, Certifications, and Experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- At least 1 year of conflicts researching experience preferred
- Elite database or comparable database experience preferred
- If no prior conflicts experience, at least 2 years of legal background as a legal assistant or comparable position
Hours
- Core hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with flexibility for alternative scheduling and overtime