Conflicts analyst

An exciting opportunity for a Conflicts Analyst to join the Risk & Compliance function of a prestigious international law firm in London. Working closely with lawyers, compliance professionals and senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in identifying and resolving conflicts of interest while supporting the firm's new business intake process.

Client Details

Our client is a highly regarded international law firm with a strong global presence and an outstanding reputation for advising major corporate, financial and private clients. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, commitment to professional development, and investment in its Risk & Compliance function.

Description

• Conduct detailed conflicts research on companies, organisations, and individuals involved in prospective client matters.
• Analyse conflicts reports and research findings to identify potential legal and commercial conflicts of interest.
• Advise lawyers and business services teams on conflicts issues and potential routes to resolution.
• Escalate complex conflicts matters to senior management, compliance teams, or General Counsel functions when required.
• Maintain and update corporate structures, group relationships, and organisational hierarchies within conflicts systems.
• Carry out ongoing research into mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and insolvency events to ensure data accuracy.
• Assist with the identification and resolution of emerging or unforeseen conflicts issues.
• Process client and matter maintenance requests, including matter openings, closures, amendments, and related administrative updates.
• Support wider conflicts and compliance projects as required.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of conflicts processes and procedures.

Profile

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous experience within a Conflicts, Risk & Compliance, New Business Intake, or legal research role.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience using conflicts databases, ideally Intapp or similar systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of a professional services environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A proactive approach to problem solving and decision making.
• High levels of discretion and the ability to handle confidential information appropriately.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Outlook.
• Experience gained within a law firm or professional services environment would be advantageous.
• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.

This role would suit a Conflicts Analyst looking to further develop their career within a highly respected international law firm, working on a broad range of complex cross-border matters within a supportive and high-performing team.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Annual bonus opportunity.
• Exposure to complex international conflicts matters.
• Clear career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior lawyers and compliance professionals.