Conflicts Analyst

Conflicts Analyst

Under the general direction of the Conflicts Manager and according to established firm policies and procedures, is responsible for maintaining the Conflicts databases and for producing Conflicts reports by structuring search strategies and utilizing independent judgment that both accurately and efficiently produce anticipated results. Maintains professionalism and strict confidentiality in all client and firm matters.

This is a full-time position working Monday through Friday 9 : 30 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m. The Conflicts Analyst position will allow significant opportunity to work from home with occasional office presence required. Overtime may be required as dictated by business and training needs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Include, but may not be limited to, the following. Other duties may be requested and / or assigned.

• Define complex conflict search strategies using Boolean logic. Analyze result set by filtering hits to ensure that anticipated results reflect potential conflicts and that false hits are eliminated from the results.
• Perform data entry to maintain Conflicts database. Duties include, but are not limited to, initial setup and on-going maintenance of all party information in the database with correct position / relationship codes.
• Review new matters and revision requests to ensure party positions and relationships, area of law codes, and matter descriptions appear accurate and that appropriate approvals have been obtained.
• Perform corporate research using electronic databases to determine lineage and other corporate information.
• Establish and maintain ethical walls to screen individuals from particular clients and matters as part of the conflict clearing process.
• Participate in the development and mentoring of Conflict Department peers, including training on conflict database software, Firm policies and procedures.
• Efficiently prepare and distribute Departmental reports with an acute attention to detail.
• Consistently maintain pre-established quantity and quality measures of performance.
• Act as back-up to compliance coordinators in the assistance and preparation of Audit Letters.
• Develop proficiency in completing bankruptcy disclosures and assist with live requests on an as-needed basis.
• Ensure exceptional client service levels are achieved in delivery of services to Legal Executive Assistants, Legal Administrative Assistants, Paralegals and Attorneys.
• Responsible for reviewing and processing new matter and revision requests and prioritizing workflow as necessary.
• Communicate issues with clarity utilizing strong problem-solving skills and escalate when necessary.
• Work on a weekly rotating task force to handle Conflicts requests and complete department projects both individually and with other members of the Conflicts Department.
• Learn and apply procedure changes quickly and effectively, working well under pressure.
• Participate in cross training as needed with the goal of improving processes and procedures as well as enhancing operational efficiency within the department.
• Show growth in understanding of Conflicts policies and how they impact the Firm.
• Must have and maintain internet access and ability to work remotely after hours as business needs dictate.
• Assist with initiatives aimed at improving the quality and quantity of information provided to Attorneys taking on new clients and matters.
• Assist with special projects as requested by the Conflicts Manager and flexibility to work on a variety of rotating Conflicts tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

The annualized salary range for this position is $50,000 to $65,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. We offer an outstanding benefit package which includes : medical / dental / vision, 401k with employer contribution, parental leave, transportation fringe benefit program, back-up care option, generous paid time off policy and long-term and short-term disability policies. Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP in an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.