OGC Assistant – Conflicts

Latham & Watkins LLP; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Latham & Watkins LLP in Manchester is seeking an OGC Assistant - Conflicts to join the Office of the General Counsel. You will prepare conflicts reports, maintain the conflicts database, and support specialist projects while working in a hybrid Manchester role with in-office presence.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, and experience in a law firm or professional services environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; experience may be substituted by relevant experience.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services firm preferred.
• Ability to follow consistent procedures with attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and customer-service skills; able to interact with all levels of the firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise conflict check reports using Intapp Open for distribution to lawyers and staff.
• Communicate results and gather information from requestors, validating requirements.
• Update conflicts databases and conduct research to verify information accuracy.
• Coordinate database updates with Accounting or other departments as needed.
• Provide coverage of department functions during work hours, after hours, and weekends.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Intapp Open

Job description

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world's leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.

About the Role

The OGC Assistant - Conflicts is an integral part of Latham's Office of the General Counsel team. This role will be responsible for preparing conflicts reports, entering and maintaining data in the conflicts database, and supporting other activities related to the conflicts team's responsibilities, while assisting with special projects when requested. This role will be located in our Manchester office. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and finalising conflict check reports using the firm's conflicts database, Intapp Open, for distribution to lawyers, analysts, and other staff
• Communicating with lawyers and staff regarding conflict check results and any missing information from the Intapp request form, validating the requirements for the conflicts check with the lawyer or secretary requesting the report
• Updating data in the conflicts databases as necessary; conducting corporate research using internal and external information resources to confirm the accuracy of the information
• Communicating and coordinating updates in the database with the Accounting Department or other departments as deemed necessary
• Providing coverage of department functions during work, after hours, and weekends as needed

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate the ability to follow consistent procedures and display an attention to detail in all work activities
• Possess well-developed and professional interpersonal skills; including the ability to interact effectively with people at all organisational levels of the firm
• Display the ability to work in a team environment with a customer-service focus

And have:

• A bachelor's degree or an equivalent; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Relevant experience in a law firm or other professional services firm, preferably

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Health insurance as well as group income protection and life assurance
• A pension plan
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts
• And more!

Additionally, we have a range of programming including Global Affinity Groups, which are open to all. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, colour, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute. #EntryLevel #LW-VW1