Hybrid Conflicts Analyst for Legal Compliance

Wilson Elser - Business & Legal Professionals; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Elser, a national law firm with 1,400+ attorneys, seeks a Conflicts Analyst in New York. The role covers conflict of interest reporting, corporate research, and generating reports for review by attorneys, in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a flexible, hybrid schedule and a competitive benefits package. Strong research and communication skills, plus legal/compliance or research experience, are required.

Qualifications

• Strong computer, research, analytical, and proofreading skills.
• Strong oral and written communication to solicit and communicate information effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interact with all levels of personnel in a professional manner.
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Must have some legal, compliance or research experience.
• 1-3 years experience working in a professional or legal office environment.

Responsibilities

• Initial review and intake of new client forms, new matter forms, and change requests
• Evaluate requests and perform corporate research if appropriate
• Complete conflicts searches and perform an initial review, analysis and interpretation of results, identifying potential conflicts for further review pursuant to the Rules of Professional Conduct
• Communicate key information and process to attorneys and escrow complex issues
• Perform initial review of waivers or engagement letters to facilitate conflicts clearance, as appropriate, and under the guidance of Conflicts Counsel
• Assist the firm's Office of General Counsel with specific projects relating to conflicts of interest issues
• Monitor and process requests to the department mailbox as assigned and on an as needed basis
• Execute various changes, corrections, and updates on existing client and matter information
• Ensure all firm procedures are accurately followed before any new clients or matters are opened

Skills

Computer skills

Research

Analytical thinking

Proofreading

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Multitasking

Legal/compliance experience

Professional office experience

Job description

Wilson Elser, a national law firm with 1,400+ attorneys, seeks a Conflicts Analyst in New York. The role covers conflict of interest reporting, corporate research, and generating reports for review by attorneys, in a fast-paced environment.

The position offers a flexible, hybrid schedule and a competitive benefits package. Strong research and communication skills, plus legal/compliance or research experience, are required.