Conflicts Analyst

The Brattle Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Conflicts Analyst to enhance its consulting services. This role involves conducting thorough research to identify potential conflicts, ensuring clarity in conflict check requests, and maintaining the integrity of the firm's conflicts database. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated team to uphold service quality and efficiency. If you have a strong research background and a keen eye for detail, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in conflicts analysis or related field.
• Strong research skills and proficiency in relevant applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to analyze potential conflicts for new clients.
• Work with the Conflicts team to improve processes and client service.

Skills

Research capabilities

Attention to detail

Client service orientation

Writing/proofing skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CapIQ

Law360

Lex Machina

PACER

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Excel

Job description

The Brattle Group, a privately held, global economics consulting firm, is looking for a Conflicts Analyst to join either our Boston, MA, Chicago, IL, San Francisco, CA or Washington, DC office. The position is primarily responsible for processing conflicts searches using Firm and third-party research databases, so that Brattle may take on new clients and matters. This role includes researching company information from external sources, searching internal Firm databases, and communicating the conflicts results while highlighting critical issues directly to the Firm’s Consultants. This position reports to the Manager of Conflicts, working closely with her and the rest of the Legal team to uphold the quality, consistency, and customer service as defined and implemented by Brattle’s Legal department.

Some of the day-to-day responsibilities of this role include:

• Conduct Internet and database research to flesh out information provided in conflict check requests; includes research on corporate structures, federal and state case, and past conflict requests.
• Analyze conducted research to identify potential conflicts related to the parties and subject of the matter; resolve, escalate, and report potential issues, as applicable.
• Work closely with Conflicts team to determine best practices in process, procedures, and technology improvements to provide optimum client service and efficiency.
• Establish ethical screens as necessary.
• Additional responsibilities include:
• Initial review of incoming conflict check requests to ensure clarity of the request.
• Initiate process for queuing conflict check requests.
• Timely and accurate input of data into the Firm’s conflicts database, in accordance with established department practices.
• Update the conflicts database as additional information becomes available.

THE CANDIDATE

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• A minimum of two to three years relevant conflicts, reference library or related law firm or professional services experience.
• Strong research capabilities.
• Proficiency in research applications such as CapIQ, Law360, Lex Machina, PACER, and other similar resources.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, solid understanding of MS Excel expected.
• Acute attention to detail and the ability to produce clear, error-free work.
• Must be able to work independently and exercise appropriate judgment as necessary.
• Discretion in handling confidential information.
• Excellent writing/proofing skills.
• Strong client service orientation.
• Ability to interact with all levels of firm personnel.
• Evening work may be expected/required.

Brattle offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. The anticipated base gross salary range for this position in Boston, MA, Chicago, IL and Washington, DC is $80,000 - $100,000 annually. Actual salary will depend on a variety of factors, including experience and training.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

THE EMPLOYER

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. We are distinguished by the clarity of our insights and the credibility of our experts, which include leading international academics and industry specialists. Brattle has 500 talented professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. For more information, please visit brattle.com.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The Brattle Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity and expression, age, height, weight, domestic partner status, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome or HIV status (AIDS/HIV status), genetic information, sexual orientation, disability (where the applicant or employee is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation), marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, drug or alcohol abuse or alcoholism, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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