Senior Conflicts Advisor

emapta global; Philippines; On-site; PHP 1,674,000 - 3,013,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO coverage for you and dependent

Competitive salary package

Prime Makati office location

Upskilling via Emapta Academy

Gym access at Ortigas & Makati

Lifestyle perks and referrals

20 annual leaves (incl. 5 cashable)

Job summary

Emapta Philippines seeks a Senior Conflicts Advisor to lead complex conflict-of-interest reviews, assess regulatory considerations, and guide stakeholders toward risk-based resolutions. This role offers global exposure within a professional services context and emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and professional advancement.

The position is onsite in Makati with potential transition to hybrid work; it includes a competitive salary package, onboarding support, and opportunities to grow

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Minimum 5 years of specialized conflicts management experience within regulated environments.
• Expertise in conflicts rules, professional conduct standards, regulatory requirements.
• Ability to evaluate conflicts and provide risk-based recommendations.
• Experience with conflicts assessments and escalation processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict checks for new clients and matters.
• Review and analyze conflict reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluate potential conflicts and recommend resolutions or escalation.
• Serve as primary contact for conflicts-related inquiries to lawyers and stakeholders.
• Gather and validate information required for conflict assessments.
• Draft conflicts and confidentiality waivers and related documentation.
• Maintain records of conflict searches, approvals and decisions.
• Ensure conflicts processes comply with firm policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support partners and business teams across jurisdictions with conflicts management.
• Build collaborative relationships to promote timely decision-making.

Skills

Conflicts rules

Professional conduct

Stakeholder advisory

Complex risk assessment

Analytical reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Intapp

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Elevate Your Conflicts Expertise Across Complex Global Decisions

Take specialized conflicts experience into a career where your judgment carries greater influence. As a Senior Conflicts Advisor, you'll investigate complex conflicts of interest, assess regulatory and professional conduct considerations, and guide stakeholders toward informed, risk-based resolutions. The role expands your exposure to sophisticated international matters while strengthening your advisory capabilities and professional expertise. Grow with Emapta and access a long-term global career built around stability, continuous learning, meaningful work, and professional advancement.

Snapshot

Employment Type: Full-time

Work Setup: Onsite, Makati (Possible Transition to Hybrid)

• Day 1 HMO coverage with free dependent
• Competitive Salary Package
• Prime office location in Makati (Easy access to MRT stations, restaurants, and banks)
• Salary Advance Program through our banking partner (Eligibility and approval subject to bank assessment. Available to account holders with minimum of 6 months company tenure.)
• Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more? Visit: https://emapta.com/training-calendar/)
• Free 24/7 access to our office gyms (Ortigas and Makati) with a free physical fitness trainer!
• Exclusive Emapta Lifestyle perks (hotel and restaurant discounts, and more!)
• Unlimited opportunities for employee referral incentives across the organization
• Standard government and Emapta benefits
• Total of 20 annual leaves to be used on your own discretion (including 5 credits convertible to cash)
• Mentorship and exposure to global leaders and teams
• Diverse and supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum 5 years of specialized conflicts management experience within a law firm, professional services organization, financial institution, or other regulated environment
• Strong expertise in conflicts rules, professional conduct standards, regulatory requirements, and conflicts-related policies
• Proven ability to evaluate complex conflicts, exercise sound professional judgment, and deliver practical, risk-based recommendations
• Hands-on experience conducting conflicts assessments, analyzing findings, identifying potential risks, and determining appropriate resolution or escalation
• Strong analytical, research, critical-thinking, and problem-solving capabilities with exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence advising senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams
• Proven relationship management and service-oriented skills across international or multi-jurisdictional environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Intapp or comparable conflicts/client onboarding platforms is highly desirable
• Previous exposure to international professional services or similarly regulated environments is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Conduct conflict checks for new clients and matters to identify potential legal and commercial conflicts of interest
• Review and analyze conflict reports to ensure all relevant information is gathered, verified, and accurately assessed
• Evaluate potential conflicts of interest, recommend appropriate resolutions, and elevate complex matters when necessary
• Serve as the primary point of contact for conflicts-related inquiries by providing guidance to lawyers, partners, and business stakeholders
• Gather and validate information required to complete conflict assessments
• Draft conflicts and confidentiality waivers, along with other related documentation
• Maintain accurate records of conflict searches, approvals, and decisions to support compliance and audit requirements
• Ensure conflicts processes comply with firm policies, procedures, professional standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support partners, fee earners, and business teams across multiple jurisdictions with conflicts management activities
• Build collaborative relationships with stakeholders to promote consistent and timely decision-making

About the Client

Our client is an internationally respected professional services firm with more than 60 years of excellence delivering sophisticated legal, corporate, fiduciary, compliance, and advisory solutions across major financial jurisdictions. Trusted by financial institutions, multinational enterprises, investment managers, and family offices, the organization is consistently recognized for its commercial insight, regulatory expertise, and exceptional client service. Its strong reputation is built on helping businesses navigate complexity, unlock opportunities, complete high-value transactions, and achieve sustainable success in evolving international markets.

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