Conflicts Analyst

Seyfarth Shaw LLP•Washington, DC

5d•Remote

About The Position

As a Conflicts Analyst, you will use Intapp Open conflicts software and online research tools to generate accurate reports on the firm’s prior involvement with parties involved in potential new business. The role requires familiarity with legal terminology used for common business structures, strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and effective communication with staff and attorneys at all levels using tact and diplomacy. The position works with firm leadership, partners, and business colleagues on requests and projects; follows departmental procedures and conflicts-request workflows; and performs preliminary analysis of conflicts search results for review by a Conflicts Attorney. The role also involves interpreting and synthesizing varied information, exercising sound judgment and independent judgment, and managing assignments according to firm and department priorities.

Requirements

At least three years of conflicts experience in a law firm setting.
Proficiency with relational conflicts databases, such as Intapp Open or LegalKey.
Proficiency with online corporate research databases, such as Dun & Bradstreet and Capital IQ.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel, and ability to learn new software.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Familiarity with legal terminology used for common business structures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (highly preferred).
Experience working with PDF software.

Responsibilities

Work with firm leadership, partners, and business colleagues on a variety of requests and projects.
Generate new-business conflicts-of-interest reports according to department procedures using Intapp Open conflicts software and available online research tools.
Maintain working knowledge of department standard operating procedures and understand conflicts-request workflow.
Understand basic conflicts-of-interest principles as taught by the National Conflicts Manager and Conflicts Attorneys.
Manage assignments using sound judgment in relation to firm and department priorities.
Interpret and analyze information; compile, review, filter, and synthesize varied data and determine logical conclusions or recommendations.
Work independently and as a self-starter with a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
Perform preliminary analysis of conflicts search results for review by a Conflicts Attorney.
Perform other responsibilities as required.