Conflict Analyst

Analysis Group•Boston, MA

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Analysis Group is seeking a Conflict Analyst to join its Legal Department. This role is responsible for assisting in risk management activities by performing business research and database content analyses to reduce risk. The Conflict Analyst will conduct conflict checks, aid in resolving conflicts, and ensure data accuracy and identify key content elements during the case intake process. The position also involves assisting with various projects for department leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and interact with colleagues, both verbally and through written communication.
Excellent organizational skills.
Strong PC capabilities, including Microsoft Office (Word, Intermediate Excel) required.
Research skills required – Lexis, Bloomberg Law, Dun & Bradstreet Family Tree Finder, Pacer, CourtLink, etc.
An inclusive and growth-oriented mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work across differences.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of substantive relevant experience.
Equivalent work experience in a professional service firm preferred.
Intapp Open experience preferred.
Willingness to work a flexible schedule dictated by business needs.

Responsibilities

Conduct due diligence and research on new cases and leads.
Research company information on the web, such as annual reports, news articles, corporate affiliates, product names and product information.
Research case information on the web using Lexis, Bloomberg Law, and federal and state court websites.
Accurately enter case information into Firm’s conflict database, Intapp Open.
Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to interpret database research results to identify and highlight potential conflict issues related to both parties and subject of the engagement.
Organize relevant information and prepare succinct written case summaries that effectively communicate potential issues.
Assist in the resolution of conflicts, which requires a high degree of contact with Managing Principals, the Firm’s General Counsel and other senior staff.
Prepare necessary reports to submit to the Conflict Committee for review and approval of new cases and leads.
Ensure case, client, and related party information is comprehensive and accurate, and identify key content elements of the new case or lead that support other administrative teams.
Work with others in the Legal Department on engagement letter terms, and review and track engagement restrictions or agreed-upon terms to ensure compliance.
Identify cases that require an information screen, and coordinate with the Risk System Administrator when information screens are necessary.
Maintain internal case databases, run searches on internal and external document databases and systems.