CLEVELAND Assistant, Research - New Matter Services (NMS)
About The Position
Under immediate or general supervision of the New Matter Services AML Manager, the Research Assistant supports the Firm’s new business intake operations. The role processes searches in internal Firm databases and commercial services for recruiting checks, conflicts searches, anti-money laundering, third-party payor matters, and Firm-related bankruptcy filings. The resulting information is used to identify potential conflicts of interest and help resolve them. The Research Assistant also conducts anti-money laundering and corporate family tree research, and documents and communicates results for reference by lawyers and other New Matter Services personnel. The role performs additional research, analysis, writing, and other assistance as required by the Director and AML Manager to support departmental projects, processes, and procedures. The Research Assistant is expected to provide superior service to clients, produce quality work, contribute to teamwork and continuous improvement, and meet the Firm’s needs in a manner consistent with its vision and values.
Requirements
- Strong research and analytical skills.
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, independently and as part of a team.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in a law firm or other professional services firm preferred.
- Experience as a Research Assistant or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Process searches in internal Firm databases and commercial services for recruiting checks, conflicts searches, anti-money laundering, third-party payor matters, and Firm-related bankruptcy filings.
- Use research results to identify potential conflicts of interest and help resolve them.
- Conduct anti-money laundering and corporate family tree research.
- Document and communicate research results for reference by lawyers and other New Matter Services personnel.
- Perform research, analysis, writing, and other assistance as required by the Director and AML Manager to support departmental projects, processes, and procedures.
- Provide superior client service, produce quality work products, and contribute to teamwork and continuous improvement.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and benefits are offered to all employees; specific benefits are not listed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
