Conflicts Researcher

BakerHostetler Career•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Conflicts Researcher identifies potential conflicts of interest relating to the Firm’s new business and new hires. The role calls for a self-motivated, analytical, detail-oriented professional with a strong client service approach who can handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly and communicate clearly with professional and support staff at all levels. The researcher conducts searches and factual research, reviews client and matter acceptance information, prepares concise reports, and provides staff and end-user assistance. The position also requires developing expertise in relevant conflicts and firm software.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of post-secondary education.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Aptitude for learning new software applications.
Strong internet research skills.
Ability to use legal and financial research systems.
Ability to communicate with end users and department staff and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings to professional and support staff at all levels.
Ability to write simple correspondence and routine messages and read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common-sense reasoning, solve problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, interpret instructions, and exercise independent thinking and decision-making.
Ability to think strategically, develop tactics, and execute pragmatically.
Ability to multitask, maintain attention to detail, and demonstrate strong organizational and planning skills.
Strong analytical and oral and written communication skills; ability to prioritize tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
Ability to work with little supervision and collaborate with team members.
Ability to exercise discretion with confidential and sensitive information and maintain a strong client service approach and team orientation.
Ability to perform the essential duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

2–4 years of legal assistant or conflicts experience is desirable.
Experience with BVD/Orbis, Intapp Open, Elite 3E, and other AI or conflicts software is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform conflict-of-interest searches for clients, matters, and new hires, and upon request.
Prepare clear and concise reports, using judgment to filter information included in results.
Conduct factual research to identify potential conflicts and verify the accuracy and quality of relevant data using Firm databases, outside vendors, internet sites, and other resources.
Review submitted data for new client and client/matter acceptance, researching information accuracy, quality, and potential client relationships.
Develop and maintain expertise in Elite, Intapp Open, and other software necessary for the role.
Provide telephone and email assistance and respond to staff and end-user inquiries regarding conflict checks, client/matter status, and system support.
Perform other duties as requested and assigned.

Benefits

Competitive salaries and a performance bonus program.
Group health, dental, and vision insurance, with multiple plan options and benefit levels.
Same-sex domestic partner coverage.
Pre-tax premiums and coverage beginning on the date of hire.
Group term life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
Voluntary supplemental group universal life insurance.
Voluntary accident insurance for employees and their families.
Long-term care insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
Pre-tax dependent care and health care reimbursement programs, and transit or qualified parking benefits in most cities.
Retirement program, including a voluntary 401(k) plan.
Collegial and respectful work environment.