Conflicts Lawyer

Overview

A top international law firm is seeking a Senior Conflicts lawyer to join the Risk and Compliance team in Leeds or Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with lawyers and stakeholders to gather information on conflicts issues and existing client relationships.
• Support the identification and resolution of conflicts matters through engagement with relevant stakeholders and senior decision-makers.
• Consider wider commercial, risk and reputational factors as part of the conflicts clearance process.
• Contribute to the development, review and ongoing enhancement of policies and procedures relating to conflicts management and compliance.
• Provide guidance, oversight and support to members of the conflicts and advisory teams, including supervisory and mentoring responsibilities as appropriate.
• Act as a referral point for complex or sensitive conflicts enquiries and support their effective resolution.

Requirements

• Must be a qualified lawyer with demonstrable experience managing conflicts of interest in a law firm.
• Ability to work as a team and act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders.
• Can-do attitude and ability to juggle tight deadlines.

About the job

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Specialism: Legal
• Focus: Risk & Compliance - Private Practice
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Experience Level: Senior Management
• Location: Manchester
• Industry: Legal
• Salary: Negotiable

Consultant: Nicole McGaffin