Conflicts & New Business Intake Analyst

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (US) LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (US) LLP in New York is seeking a conflicts and risk professional to support the firm’s new business intake, conflicts clearance, onboarding, and matter openings for lateral hires. You will collaborate with recruiting, practice leadership, and compliance teams to ensure efficient clearance processes and client due diligence.

Responsibilities include reviewing conflict submission forms, assessing risks under US law, and advising on engagement terms.

Qualifications

• Experience in conflicts of interests in a law firm preferred but training provided.
• Strong understanding of risk within a law firm environment.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with various staff levels.
• Discretion with confidential material and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conflicts checks and clearance for new hires and lateral candidates.
• Support onboarding, client transfers, and matter openings.
• Review conflict submission forms and identify potential issues.
• Advise on engagement terms and outside counsel guidelines as needed.
• Collaborate with recruiting, practice leadership and compliance teams to ensure smooth processes.

Skills

Conflicts of interests

Risk awareness

Communication

Research

Attention to detail

Integrity

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (US) LLP in New York is seeking a conflicts and risk professional to support the firm’s new business intake, conflicts clearance, onboarding, and matter openings for lateral hires. You will collaborate with recruiting, practice leadership, and compliance teams to ensure efficient clearance processes and client due diligence.

Responsibilities include reviewing conflict submission forms, assessing risks under US law, and advising on engagement terms.