Conflicts Analyst - Silicon Valley

Consultative Search Group•Menlo Park, CA

About The Position

A global law firm is hiring a Conflicts Analyst to support its Conflicts (New Business and Lateral New Hire) and Engagement Management function. The analyst works closely with attorneys and the Conflicts and Engagement Management team to identify, review, analyze, and resolve ethical and business-related conflicts of interest. The role calls for strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and professional communication in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Strong analytical and organizational skills, acute attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort communicating with attorneys, support staff, and new hire candidates to obtain information relevant to conflicts clearance and provide excellent customer service.
Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and meet frequent deadlines.
Willingness to work flexible and extended hours as needed, including weekend coverage.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of conflicts analysis involving new business reviews or lateral new hire reviews at a law firm is preferred.
At least three years of experience with Intapp Open, Intapp Walls, NetDocs, or another risk management application is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and finalize conflict check reports using the firm’s automated conflicts database for distribution to attorneys and other personnel.
Analyze new business conflict-search requests and work with attorneys and assistants to obtain the information needed to complete conflict checks and new business intake forms.
Oversee conflicts reviews for lateral attorney and new hire candidates, including helping candidates complete questionnaires, overseeing Conflicts Researchers’ reports, analyzing and summarizing reports, coordinating with sponsoring attorneys and Conflicts Attorneys, and resolving potential conflicts involving current clients.
Research prospective clients and corporate entities using internal and external databases; prepare concise summaries of steps needed to address potential conflicts or high-profile issues under Office of the General Counsel guidelines developed with the firm’s Conflicts Attorneys.
Update and enter information in conflicts and financial databases, using internal and external resources to verify its accuracy.
Discuss conflict reports and attorney responses requiring further review with Conflicts Attorneys, and suggest resolutions.
Follow up with team members, attorneys, and assistants to resolve new business and lateral hire conflicts promptly and identify potential issues for review.
Respond accurately, confidently, professionally, and promptly to department email inquiries.
Assist with developing and training other team members.
Complete special projects as assigned.