Senior Conflicts Analyst

Ashurst Perkins Coie•Seattle, WA

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Ashurst Perkins Coie US LLP is seeking an experienced Conflicts Analyst to support the Firm’s new business intake process, conflicts analysis, and risk management efforts. The role ensures the accuracy and integrity of new business data, conducts conflicts searches and due diligence, and prepares reports to help Conflicts Attorneys and Department Management identify and resolve potential conflicts of interest. The position works collaboratively with attorneys and administrative teams to support ethical compliance, maintain accurate conflicts records, and improve departmental processes. The role supports the Firm’s ethical compliance and risk management in a fast-paced legal environment. It is not eligible for immigration sponsorship; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future. The position may be filled in Illinois or Washington state. Compensation ranges are $75,430–$112,080 annually in Illinois and $75,390–$112,020 annually in Washington state. Applications are accepted through Friday, November 13, 2026.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
At least 5 years of corporate experience, preferably in a legal environment.
Prior experience conducting corporate, legal, or related research.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to quality client service.
Sound judgment, initiative, and discretion when handling confidential information.
Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Experience with law firm new business intake, conflicts analysis, or legal due diligence.
Experience with Intapp or similar conflicts/new business intake platforms, including Intapp Walls.
Experience reviewing engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, or consent documentation.
Ability to build effective working relationships with attorneys, staff, and administrative teams.

Responsibilities

Review new business intake requests for accuracy and completeness, including conducting corporate research on clients and related parties.
Conduct conflicts searches, analyze results, and prepare reports for Conflicts Attorneys and Department Management.
Assist with conflicts issues involving established processes, including patent prosecution, portfolio work, docketing, vendors, reopening requests, and change forms.
Review engagement letters and outside counsel guidelines for deviations from Firm policies and recommend revisions.
Assist with firm audit letters and draft, distribute, and track conflict consent documentation.
Support ethical wall processes by preparing screening memoranda, setting up screens in Intapp Walls, and monitoring potential screening violations.
Maintain conflicts database integrity through data reconciliation, cleanup, testing, and process improvement projects.
Ensure compliance with applicable ethical standards, jurisdictional requirements, and Firm policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.