Birchrose Associates is representing a leading international law firm in the search for a Conflicts Advisor to join their London-based Risk & Compliance team.
The Firm
Our client is a prestigious global law firm with a strong international presence, recognised for its collaborative culture, high-quality work and commitment to risk management and regulatory compliance.
The Opportunity
The successful Conflicts Advisor will join the firm's New Business & Enterprise Risk team, playing a key role in the identification, assessment and resolution of legal and commercial conflicts of interest across the firm's global offices. Duties will include:
- Conducting conflict checks on new clients and matters globally
- Analysing internal and external information sources to identify legal, commercial and reputational conflicts
- Advising partners and lawyers on conflict search results, firm policies and risk management procedures
- Supporting the management of information barriers and confidential information
- Reviewing Matter Risk Assessments and identifying wider risk issues, including sanctions, financial crime and reputational concerns
- Liaising with Financial Crime and Compliance teams regarding client and matter onboarding requirements
- Collaborating with colleagues across London, Sydney and the US
- Contributing to ongoing process improvements and the development of conflicts management systems and technology
This Conflicts Analyst position is a full-time, permanent role, working 9:30am to 5:30pm in their London offices.
Requirements
- Previous experience within a law firm Risk & Compliance, Conflicts, New Business Intake or matter inception function
- Experience of client onboarding, KYC, AML or matter management processes (advantageous)
- Law degree or equivalent (desired)
Vacancy Highlights
- Leading international law firm
- Exposure to complex international matters and risk issues
- Competitive salary and benefits package
To be considered for this Conflicts Advisor opportunity please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.