Conflicts Management Analyst

Baker McKenzie International; Manila; On-site; PHP 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker McKenzie is seeking an Analyst, Conflicts Management to support Partners and offices in identifying and analyzing potential conflicts of interest.

The role involves reviewing Conflicts Management Requests for completeness, proposing concise resolutions, and advancing clearances through direct communication with Firm Partners. Strong organization and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree or relevant related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in conflicts management support for Partners and offices.
• Review information submitted on Conflicts Management Requests for accuracy.
• Identify and analyze potential conflicts and propose resolutions.
• Advance clearance by communicating with Firm Partners.
• Obtain waiver letters when required by guidelines.
• Maintain detailed records for documentation and audit.
• Adhere to Firm policies and escalate issues as needed.
• Process CMRs within the SLA.
• Collaborate with team on best practices and process improvements.
• Support team projects when required.

Skills

MS Office

Research & analysis

Decision making

Stakeholder collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Online research tools

Job description

The Analyst, Conflicts Management will assist in providing an efficient and effective service to the Firm's Partners and offices in identifying and analysing potential conflicts of interest.

Main responsibilities:

• Provide all aspects of support to the Firm, Partners and offices with regard to conflicts management
• Assist and review all information submitted on Conflicts Management Requests (CMR) for accuracy and completeness, ensuring that all required information has been provided and is accurate
• Identify and analyse all potential conflicts of interest and propose concise resolutions to Firm Attorneys in order to clear these conflicts in accordance with professional responsibility obligations and Firm policy
• Advance the clearance of conflicts of interest by directly communicating with Firm Partners
• Obtain waiver letters from Partners and clients when made necessary by jurisdictional guidelines, in order to facilitate New Business Intake (NBI) while protecting client relationships and the Firm's business interests
• Maintain detailed records on all aspects of the conflicts management process for internal documentation and audit purposes
• Adhere to all Firm policies regarding conflicts of interest and elevate issues to Management and the Director of Responsibility, when appropriate
• Process CMRs within the agreed Service Level Agreement
• Engage and collaborate with team members through the presentation of ideas and recommendations regarding best practice, continuous improvement, departmental processes, policies and procedures
• Provide support and assistance on important team projects and initiatives, when required

Skills and experience:

• An undergraduate degree or relevant work experience in a related field
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and online research tools
• Able to make effective and accurate decisions, exercise sound judgment, and provide reliable recommendations with guidance from team members and management when required
• Can demonstrate a high level of professionalism with the ability to positively influence others
• Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service–oriented and collaborative approach
• Able to engage effectively and collaborate with team members locally and across other Centers
• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with the ability to work under pressure, manage competing workloads, meet deadlines, and prioritize effectively
• Able to leverage consultant resources and utilize information appropriately
• Exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills
• Can contribute ideas for process improvements and adapt readily to procedural and organizational change
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, demonstrated through interactions with colleagues at all levels, including Partners and Management
• Can demonstrate positivity and a solution‑focused approach in all aspects of work

Reports to:Team Lead, Conflicts Management

Position type: Center Services

Development framework: Business Support

About us

Baker McKenzie empowers clients to compete in the global economy. We provide comprehensive and practical legal advice that cuts through complexity with clear, actionable guidance. Our people represent diverse cultures and jurisdictions, combining local know-how with international expertise to ensure your business thrives across borders .

Additional Information

Baker McKenzie is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion for all. Our unique international culture is reflected in the drawing together of a worldwide family of individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds in all of our offices. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation or age - to fulfill their professional aspirations with us. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible experience for all candidates.

Reasonable Accommodation statement:

If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let your recruitment contact know. We are committed to working with candidates to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to diversity.