Conflicts Analyst/Supervisor(Law Firm) in New York, NY

GD Resources•New York, NY

About The Position

Our client, a leading entertainment and media law firm, is seeking an experienced Conflicts Analyst/Supervisor to join and help lead its conflicts function. The ideal candidate will bring at least 5 years of law firm conflicts experience and strong expertise analyzing complex conflict reports, applying the Rules of Professional Conduct, and exercising independent judgment to clear matters without routine escalation to the General Counsel. This role also offers the opportunity to help modernize and strengthen the firms conflicts processes.

Requirements

5+ years of conflicts management experience in a law firm
Strong experience analyzing complex conflicts reports, not just generating them
Demonstrated ability to independently clear routine conflicts matters
Experience supervising or mentoring conflicts team members
Strong knowledge of Rules of Professional Conduct related to conflicts
Ability to work effectively with attorneys and senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, hands-on mindset with a willingness to take ownership of challenges
Bachelors degree required

Nice To Haves

Experience improving or modernizing conflicts processes is a plus
JD or LL.M. a plus
Familiarity with conflicts software such as Aderant or Elite

Responsibilities

Manage the firms end-to-end conflicts process, ensuring compliance with ethical standards and firm policies
Analyze complex conflict reports, identify potential risks, and independently resolve routine conflicts issues
Escalate highly complex or novel matters to the Office of the General Counsel as appropriate
Support and help lead the conflicts team, including mentoring and supervising team members
Contribute to process improvements and modernization initiatives within the conflicts department