Conflicts Analyst

About the role

Husch Blackwell LLP is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join our dynamic team. This position is remote or available in any of our office locations.

Responsibilities

• Handle all conflicts-related functions as part of the initial intake of new clients/matters and produce the conflict results report.
• Aid in coordinating and documenting the resolution of potential conflicts of interest.
• Process conflict searches for daily new client and new matter requests in a timely manner.
• Perform detailed corporate research using various search resources, including analysis, interpretation, and application of information from recent press releases and historical references.
• Thoroughly review Intapp Open workflow requests, ensuring key information is included for appropriate processing.
• Provide detailed review of Conflict Results Report to identify true potential conflicts based on established team guidelines.
• Conduct necessary research to determine materiality of potential conflicts.
• Research Conflicts Database and other firm documents to ensure appropriate conflicts resolution.
• Contact the appropriate request stakeholders to clear potential conflicts.
• Communicate daily with the Manager regarding resolution of potential conflicts of interest or any areas of concern relevant to pending requests.
• Thoroughly document and organize documentation regarding the resolution of potential conflicts of interest.
• Maintain telephone and personal contact with attorneys and staff on conflict of interest matters.
• Track status of outstanding or ongoing Work Flow requests.
• Handle special projects assigned by the Director of Conflicts Operations and Conflicts Managers.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2- or 4-year degree preferred.
• 3-5 years’ experience required, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Previous experience with Intapp required.
• Experience following bankruptcy guidelines and related rules with respect to conflicts processing preferred.
• Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks and complete under time constraints.
• Ability to perform effectively with moderate supervision and within established time limits and on-going deadlines.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally and provide exceptional service.
• Ability to respond to requests requiring analysis and decision making for new clients/matter processing.

Benefits

Full-time employees receive benefits including: medical and dental coverage; life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; pre-tax flexible spending account for certain medical and dependent care expenses; an employee assistance program; Paid Time Off; paid holidays; participation in a retirement plan program after meeting eligibility requirements; and more.