Global Conflicts Analyst – Research & Compliance

McDermott Will & Schulte; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Will & Schulte in London is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to research potential clients and matters, run conflict checks, and provide data to the legal and compliance teams. The role requires keen attention to detail and the ability to balance risk prevention with client service.

The successful candidate will work across a global team, handle confidential information, and use industry search tools to support the New Business Committee and General Counsel’s Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required.
• Fluent written and verbal English.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines for a global law firm.
• Ability to prioritise competing responsibilities and handle confidential information.
• Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly.

Responsibilities

• Process formal and informal conflict search requests.
• Coordinate with attorneys and secretaries to clarify submitted information.
• Communicate results of the conflict searches to the Conflicts Attorney.
• Audit and correct search details in the conflicts database.
• Research new Firm clients using industry search tools and platforms.
• Provide telephone and email assistance to attorneys and secretaries to interpret reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Ability to learn quickly

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Intapp Open

Orbis

S&P Capital IQ

PitchBook

LSEG World-Check

Job description

McDermott Will & Schulte in London is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to research potential clients and matters, run conflict checks, and provide data to the legal and compliance teams. The role requires keen attention to detail and the ability to balance risk prevention with client service.

The successful candidate will work across a global team, handle confidential information, and use industry search tools to support the New Business Committee and General Counsel’s Office.