Conflicts Researcher

BakerHostetler•Orlando, FL

2h•$75,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Conflicts Researcher identifies potential conflicts of interest for the Firm’s new business and new hires. The role conducts conflict searches and factual research, reviews client and matter acceptance information, prepares concise reports, and provides assistance to staff and end users. The position calls for an analytical, detail-oriented, self-motivated person with a strong client-service approach and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information discreetly. The researcher uses internal and external resources to check information and relationships, maintains expertise in relevant software, and responds to questions about conflict checks, client/matter status, and end-user systems. The role requires strong communication, organization, reasoning, and research skills, along with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The work environment is usually moderately noisy. Physical duties include regular sitting, computer and document handling, talking and hearing, and frequent walking; occasional duties include standing, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds. The expected annual salary range is $75,000–$80,000, with the offer determined by factors such as experience, education, training, location, and relevant skills. The employer describes its workplace as collegial and respectful and offers a comprehensive benefits program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of post-secondary education.
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Aptitude for learning new software applications.
Strong internet research skills and demonstrated ability to use legal and financial research systems.
Ability to communicate with end users and department staff, present information to individuals and small groups, write simple correspondence, and understand simple instructions and routine written materials.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense, solve problems, gather data, establish facts, draw conclusions, interpret instructions, and exercise independent judgment.
Ability to multitask, remain detail-oriented, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
Strong analytical, oral, and written communication skills.
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.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a computer, copier, and facsimile machine.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Legal assistant or conflicts experience of 2–4 years is described as desirable.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of legal assistant or conflicts experience.
Prior experience with BVD/Orbis, Intapp Open, Elite 3E, and other AI or conflicts software.

Responsibilities

Perform conflict-of-interest searches for clients, matters, new hires, and other requests; prepare clear, concise reports and use judgment to filter results.
Conduct factual research into potential conflicts and verify the accuracy and quality of relevant data using Firm databases, outside vendors, and internet 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 needed for the job.
Provide telephone and email assistance to staff and end users regarding conflict checks, client/matter status, and end-user 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 benefit programs, including dependent care and health care reimbursement, and transit or qualified parking benefits in most cities.
Retirement program, including a voluntary 401(k) plan.