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Sidley Austin LLP · 1 day ago

Conflicts Analyst

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$72K/yr - $90K/yr

2+ years exp

Sidley Austin LLP is a prominent law firm seeking a Conflicts Analyst to conduct preliminary analysis and research for identifying potential conflicts during the new business intake process. The role involves preparing conflicts of interest reports and conducting Client Due Diligence to evaluate potential risks presented by clients.

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Comp. & Benefits

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform initial review of conflicts requests and work with secretaries and submitters to obtain clear and precise information

Compile conflicts reports that incorporate research and analysis from the firm’s internal conflicts database and external corporate research tools

Prepare New Client Evaluations identifying ethical, financial, and reputational risks presented by potential clients for use by Firm lawyers and management

Collaborate with CSA to provide partners with clear and concise summaries of required steps to resolve and address any potential conflicts during the client and matter intake process

Process AML/Client Due Diligence requests to verify client data and assess potential risks

Assist with initiatives aimed at improving the quality and quantity of information provided to partners taking on new clients and matters

Performs various special projects and duties as assigned

Qualification

Conflicts analysisClient Due DiligenceDatabase researchMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelAnalytical skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree

A minimum of 2 years of relevant research or analytical experience in a legal, professional services or academic environment

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong organizational skills

Strong attention to detail

Good judgment

Strong interpersonal communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others

Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion

Able to work under pressure

Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Preferred

Conflicts or compliance experience at large law firm (especially related to KYC/AML requirements)

Database Research Experience and/or experience with corporate research resources (including CapitalIQ, Hoovers/Dunn & Bradstreet and/or Bureau van Dijk)

Experience with Conflicts Search and/or Risk Management applications (including Elite, LegalKey, Intapp Open and/or Intapp Wallbuilder)

Benefits

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits program

Company

Sidley Austin LLP

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Sidley is an elite global law firm.

Founded in 1866

Chicago, Illinois, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.sidley.com

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