Conflicts Clearing Analyst

The Oneil Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oneil Search Group in New York is looking for a candidate to manage conflicts of interest requests. Responsibilities include reviewing intake requests, analyzing conflicts reports, preparing summary reports for attorneys, drafting waiver letters, and identifying conflicts that need escalation. Candidates should be able to ensure prompt resolution of conflicts issues, and establish necessary information screens. This role is critical for maintaining ethical standards within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Review intake requests to ensure clarity regarding the matter for the new or existing client.
• Review and analyze conflicts of interest reports and conduct research to identify potential conflicts.
• Prepare concise summary reports for attorneys identifying potential conflicts issues.
• Assist with drafting and reviewing waiver letters and engagement letter provisions.
• Identify and elevate conflicts and unresolved issues to the Senior Conflicts Attorney.

Job description

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Review intake requests to ensure clarity regarding the matter for the new or existing client.
• Review and analyze conflicts of interest reports, and conduct research utilizing the firm’s conflicts databases, external sources and other resources, to help identify any potential conflicts.
• Prepare concise summary reports for the relevant attorneys identifying potential conflicts issues that require attention and possible resolution, and follow-up with attorneys to ensure prompt resolution of conflicts issues, including whether waivers may be required.
• Assist with drafting and reviewing waiver letters and engagement letter provisions to ensure they adequately address conflicts scenarios, as well as follow-up to ensure waivers are obtained as necessary. Establish information screens where required.
• Identify and elevate conflicts and unresolved issues to the Senior Conflicts Attorney and other members of the Office of General Counsel.