Business Conflicts Clearance Analyst
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: New York City • California • New York • United States
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Salary
💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per year
About the role
- Support the New Business Conflicts Clearance team by conducting thorough conflicts checks.
- Maintain accurate records in the conflicts database.
- Ensure the seamless operation of the conflicts resolution process.
- Review and analyze conflicts reports to identify any potential conflicts of interest issues.
- Collaborate with other members of the team and Conflicts Attorneys to resolve potential ethical conflicts.
- Communicate effectively with attorneys and staff to gather necessary information for conflicts checks.
- Validate requirements for each conflict check with the requesting lawyer to ensure compliance.
- Conduct corporate research using both internal and external resources.
- Coordinate with the Client Accounting Department to ensure database information integrity.
- Provide coverage for department functions as needed, ensuring continuous operation of conflicts resolution processes.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
Requirements
- Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
- Familiarity with conflicts database software, preferably iManage, and a general understanding of the conflicts resolution process in a legal or professional services context.
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing, in communicating with Firm attorneys and staff.
- Demonstrates close attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, organizational, and planning skills.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
- Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment.
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum two years of relevant experience in a law firm or professional services firm.
- Experience working within a conflicts department at an Am Law 50 firm.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses.
- Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k), and voluntary benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid leave options, including parental.
- In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities.
- Robust well-being classes and programs.
- Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
conflicts checksconflicts database managementcorporate researchdata validationanalytical skillstroubleshootingorganizational skillsplanning skillsconflicts resolution processattention to detail
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscommunication skillswritten communicationverbal communicationability to handle multiple projectsability to maintain confidentialityability to prioritize workindependent judgmentflexibilityteam collaboration
Certifications
Bachelor's degree