Conflicts Analyst

McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

11d•$70,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join our New Business Intake & Research Department. At McNees, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration - where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact. This position supports the New Business Intake & Research Department and Firm Counsel in promptly responding to all new business requests submitted firm-wide, including requests related to existing and potential new clients as well as requests related to new hires and requests for proposal. The conflicts analyst is called upon to communicate complicated information, handle multiple complex situations, and produce high-quality work in a timely manner. The primary responsibility of the analyst is to provide analysis and guidance regarding conflicts of interest related to new business and lateral hires.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Law firm and conflicts of interest analysis or related risk management initiatives.
Familiarity with Upfront, Intapp, or other conflicts database software and diligence tools.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of work within a team.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Leverage firm and department resources to provide a timely and thorough response to all incoming inquiries.
Production of quality work that upholds the expectations set by the goals of the Department.
Listen and respond to all inquiries in a professional and sensitive manner and navigate various communication styles to effectively deliver analysis and give advice that is informed, objective, and succinct.
Handle sensitive or difficult issues with confidence and professionalism.
Leverage technology to maintain an appropriately lean operation and promote efficiency across the firm.

Responsibilities

Analyze conflict reports for new business and potential laterals, as well as RFPs, and communicate effectively and confidentially with internal clients to maintain a responsive and thorough conflicts onboarding process for new talent and new business.
Work with other Department members by responding in a timely manner to requests.
Incorporate information from emails, comments, and phone conversations to ensure that all known information about new business is fully incorporated in the analysis process.
Correct inconsistent party information on requests as submitted.
Assist with the identification of additional parties based on information from various sources.
Handle the client intake process from beginning to end, including running diligence. Know when to escalate conflict issues.
Identify and perform large-scale projects to reconcile party information in the conflicts database.
Field questions from staff and attorney users regarding intake/conflicts software.
Recommend process/service improvements, solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy to better meet the needs of both internal and external clients.
Ensure that services are delivered effectively and efficiently; ensure compliance with Firm policies and procedures; assist in the development of office or department procedures and processes; attend regular staff meetings and training; work effectively with other departments and work groups, including timely follow-up and frequent communications.
Exercise independent judgment and discretion.
Assist with a wide range of research projects as necessary.