Conflicts Clearance Analyst

Conflicts Clearance Analyst

A premier US law firm in the City is looking for an experienced Conflicts Clearance Analyst to play a key role in supporting new matter intake and lateral attorney hiring. You’ll be responsible for identifying, analysing and resolving potential conflicts of interest, helping to ensure matters and hires progress smoothly and efficiently.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary to £55,000
• Fantastic employee benefits
• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

Conflicts Clearance Analyst – What You’ll Be Doing:

• Review intake requests to ensure clarity regarding new and existing client matters
• Review and analyse conflicts reports to identify potential conflicts of interest
• Conduct research using the firm’s conflicts databases, external sources and other resources
• Prepare concise conflicts summaries for relevant attorneys, highlighting issues requiring attention or resolution
• Follow up with attorneys to ensure conflicts are resolved promptly, including assessing whether waivers are required
• Assist with drafting and reviewing conflict waiver letters and engagement letter provisions
• Establish information screens where required
• Escalate conflicts and unresolved issues to the Senior Conflicts Attorney and other members of the Office of General Counsel

Conflicts Clearance Analyst – What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience in conflicts analysis, research and resolution within a law firm is essential
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate conflicts issues accurately, clearly and concisely
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess and resolve complex conflicts issues
• Ability to learn and adapt to new software systems
• Familiarity with iManage Conflicts Management/Elegrity, S&P Capital IQ and D&B Hoovers