Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC is a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical legal solutions since 1935. They are seeking a Conflicts Analyst to support the New Business Intake & Research Department by providing analysis and guidance regarding conflicts of interest related to new business and lateral hires.
Responsibilities
- Analyze conflict reports for new business and potential laterals, as well as RFPs, and communicate effectively and confidentially with internal clients to maintain a responsive and thorough conflicts onboarding process for new talent and new business
- Work with other Department members by responding in a timely manner to requests
- Incorporate information from emails, comments, and phone conversations to ensure that all known information about new business is fully incorporated in the analysis process
- Correct inconsistent party information on requests as submitted
- Assist with the identification of additional parties based on information from various sources
- Handle the client intake process from beginning to end, including running diligence. Know when to escalate conflict issues
- Identify and perform large-scale projects to reconcile party information in the conflicts database
- Field questions from staff and attorney users regarding intake/conflicts software
- Must have a curious and customer service oriented mindset, be comfortable communicating effectively and clearly with attorneys and legal assistants
- Recommend process/service improvements, solutions, policy changes and/or major variations from established policy to better meet the needs of both internal and external clients
- Ensure that services are delivered effectively and efficiently; ensure compliance with Firm policies and procedures; assist in the development of office or department procedures and processes; attend regular staff meetings and training; work effectively with other departments and work groups, including timely follow-up and frequent communications
- Exercise independent judgment and discretion
- Assist with a wide range of research projects as necessary
Skills
- Bachelor's degree required
- At least 2-3 years of direct conflicts experience within a law firm
- Familiarity with Upfront, Intapp, or other conflicts database software and diligence tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of work within a team
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
- Leverage firm and department resources to provide a timely and thorough response to all incoming inquiries
- Production of quality work that upholds the expectations set by the goals of the Department
- Listen and respond to all inquiries in a professional and sensitive manner and navigate various communication styles to effectively deliver analysis and give advice that is informed, objective, and succinct
- Handle sensitive or difficult issues with confidence and professionalism
- Leverage technology to maintain an appropriately lean operation and promote efficiency across the firm
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Bonus opportunities (based on firm and individual performance)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability coverage
- AD&D insurance
- Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave
- 401(k) retirement plan and company match
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