Risk Analyst

Blakes; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) in Toronto is seeking a Risk Analyst for the General Counsel’s Office. The role focuses on conflict searches, ethical screens, and risk management with standard hours 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. EST and periodic overtime.

The ideal candidate has an undergraduate degree and 1–3 years in a law firm, plus strong research, analytical, and communication skills. Experience with Intapp Open/Walls is a plus.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate diploma or degree required.
• One to three years of professional work experience in a law firm preferred.
• Strong research and analytical experience.

Responsibilities

• Generating conflict searches and setting up ethical screens in support of the Firm’s risk management strategies.
• Applying sound judgement to ensure effective review of conflicts and screen requirements, and knowing when to escape issues.
• Conducting conflict of interest searches according to the Firm’s defined procedures, using Intapp Open.
• Preparing and curating conflict reports for the Firm’s lawyers to review.
• Ensuring all relevant matter information is captured and maintained in the Firm’s databases.
• Acting as a point of contact when ethical screens should be created, updated or dismantled, using Intapp Walls.
• Drafting and distributing screen memoranda to lawyers and their assistants.
• Generating reports related to ethical screens, including billing and timekeeper reports.
• Providing coaching to legal assistants to ensure compliance with policies.
• Supporting projects undertaken by General Counsel’s Office to manage risk.

Skills

Research

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Customer-service attitude

Time management

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Undergraduate diploma or degree

Tools

Intapp Open

Intapp Walls

Job description

Overview

Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Risk Analyst to join the General Counsel’s Office in the Toronto office. The preferred hours of work for this position are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), with periodic overtime, as required.

Responsibilities

• Generating conflict searches and setting up ethical screens in support of the Firm’s risk management strategies
• Applying sound judgement to ensure effective review of conflicts and screen requirements, and knowing when to escape issues
• Conducting conflict of interest searches according to the Firm’s defined procedures, using the Firm’s conflict and business intake software, Intapp Open
• Conducting corporate research, defining appropriate search parameters, searching multiple databases to identify potential conflicts of interest and other risk issues such as sanctions, and preparing and curating conflict reports for the Firm’s lawyers to review
• Ensuring all relevant matter information is captured, recorded and maintained in the Firm’s databases, in accordance with defined policies and procedures
• Acting as a point of contact when ethical screens should be created, updated or dismantled, using the Firm’s ethical screen software, Intapp Walls
• Drafting and distributing screen memoranda to lawyers and their assistants
• Generating reports relating to ethical screens, including billing and timekeeper reports
• Providing coaching and assistance to legal assistants as needed to ensure compliance with matter opening and screen policies
• Participating in ensuring policies, procedures and database structures are continuously reviewed and modified to meet changing requirements; the scope of initiatives can range from day-to-day small continuous improvements to the development of new tracking and reporting systems
• Supporting key projects and initiatives undertaken by the General Counsel’s Office as required to manage the Firm’s risk, as well as participating in all required clerical and administrative needs for effective functioning of the office
• Performing other duties and work with other departments such as IT and Finance in order to complete projects, as assigned

Education & Experience

Undergraduate diploma or degree required. One to three years of professional work experience in a law firm preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong research and analytical experience
• Experience with Intapp Walls is considered an asset but not required
• Strong computer skills and demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Customer-service attitude with the ability to handle challenges with tact and diplomacy
• Impeccable organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task
• Sound judgement and decision-making abilities that can be relied on by all levels of management
• Strong relationship-building skills across several departments
• Positive, professional disposition and flexibility to handle regular interruptions and unexpected changes to workflow
• Team player who is willing to assist peers as needed, troubleshoot problems and participate in developing solutions

Compensation

The anticipated annual salary for the Risk Analyst is $60,000 - $75,000. Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal and market equity and experience.

Other Relevant Applicant Information

Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation. While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening and evaluating applications.

About Blakes

At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace environment that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.