Conflicts Analyst

Description

About A&M

Alvarez & Marsal is a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services.  With over 8,000 professionals based in 70+ locations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our firm excels in problem solving and value creation.  Drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on-approach, our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to help tackle complex business issues and maximize value.

Positive Overview

We are seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join our Legal team in Tampa, Fl. The ideal candidate must have at least 2 years of experience working in a legal environment. In this position, you will report directly to the Director of Conflictsand assist in the full conflicts process -- perform computer database searches for related party and existing engagement information, compile and filter the information found; evaluate and clarify discrepancies; provide reports consolidating the information, maintain the integrity of the database and input general client information upon approval of new business.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for running timely, accurate and thoughtful conflict searches daily for preliminary checks on potential matters, on formally submitted new business and new clients
• Exceptional organizational skills; demonstrated communication skills; ability to work within a team; detail oriented
• Responsible for vetting all information that comes into the department (i.e. requests to the department to re-open matters, new business for either new or existing clients, preliminary conflict check requests)
• Maintain and update conflicts database
• Liaise with attorneys and business representatives by telephone, e-mail or in person to obtain information on new clients and matters or for conflicts clearance
• Analyze information provided in relation to new clients and accepting new clients in accordance with firm practice and guidelines
• Review engagement/retention agreements for proper compliance and execution
• Field questions raised by attorneys and business representatives relating to conflicts issues.
• Must be available for occasional/scheduled after-hour and weekend projects and rotational on-call remote shifts

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience working in a legal/law department environment; conflicts experience preferred
• College degree preferred
• Excellent communication skills (particularly written).  The ability to approach individuals at all levels within the firm by telephone, email correspondence or in person with confidence and clarity
• The ability to solve problems in a methodical, practical way
• Ability to multi-task, follow-up/follow through, be thorough, prioritize and pay close attention to detail are required
• Responsive to the demands of lawyers and an ability to work under pressure
• Must be able to function seamlessly in a time sensitive environment (i.e. handle urgent/rush requests, without sacrificing quality)
• Must be customer service oriented
• Takes compliance with ABA mandates on ethics and hedging risks regarding conflicts of interest seriously; understands their importance
• Knowledge of Outlook, Excel, Word is required
• Understanding and utilization of Boolean search operands and techniques are required

The salary range is $65,000 - $95,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance.  Please ask your recruiter for details.

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