Senior Conflicts Researcher II - Risk & Compliance

Paul Hastings, LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid holidays & PTO

401(k) with Profit-Sharing

Job summary

Paul Hastings, LLP is seeking a Conflicts Researcher II to support the Office of the General Counsel, Risk & Compliance, and New Business Intake with research and analysis on conflicts of interest, ethics, and professional responsibility. The role involves thorough investigative work, updating firm databases, and advising attorneys on conflict resolutions.

The candidate should have at least two years of conflicts-related experience and strong communication skills to interact with attorneys and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; strong research experience preferred.
• Minimum of two years of research or conflicts-related experience in a law firm or professional services setting.
• Intermediate-level proficiency with conflicts-related software and standard office tools; ability to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Independently conduct thorough conflicts research on corporations, government bodies, and individuals using diverse sources.
• Update data in firm conflicts databases and internal hierarchies to reflect new findings.
• Analyze research results to identify actual or potential conflicts of interest for engagements and hires.
• Communicate results clearly to attorneys; advise on conflicts and propose steps to resolve.
• Consult with conflicts department management on complex issues and coordinate with Office of the General Counsel.
• Maintain thorough notes and document resolutions for each request; manage multiple projects.

Skills

Research skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Intapp Open

Microsoft Office

Job description

Paul Hastings, LLP is seeking a Conflicts Researcher II to support the Office of the General Counsel, Risk & Compliance, and New Business Intake with research and analysis on conflicts of interest, ethics, and professional responsibility. The role involves thorough investigative work, updating firm databases, and advising attorneys on conflict resolutions.

The candidate should have at least two years of conflicts-related experience and strong communication skills to interact with attorneys and