OGC Assistant – Conflicts

Latham & Watkins; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Latham & Watkins is seeking an OGC Assistant – Conflicts in Manchester. The role supports the Office of the General Counsel by preparing conflict check reports, managing the conflicts database, and assisting with special projects.

Hybrid schedule with in-office presence is possible. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, experience in a law or professional services environment, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Experience in a law firm or professional services environment preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to follow processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise conflict check reports for distribution to lawyers and staff.
• Communicate results and gather missing information from request forms.
• Update conflicts databases and conduct corporate research to verify data.
• Coordinate updates with Accounting or other departments as needed.
• Provide coverage for department functions during peak times and weekends.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

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.

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