Senior Conflicts Analyst

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a Senior Conflicts Analyst to join their Compliance and New Business team in London. This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in safeguarding the firm's reputation, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting new business development.

SENIOR CONFLICTS ANALYST

You will be at the forefront of managing legal and commercial risk, conducting thorough conflict-of-interest checks, and providing expert guidance on client intake and compliance matters. The firm is committed to maintaining high ethical standards and operational excellence, offering a flexible range of benefits designed to support your lifestyle and wellbeing. With a supportive leadership structure, generous pension contributions, private medical insurance, and opportunities for professional growth, this position provides an exceptional platform for you to advance your career within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Conflicts Analyst based in London, you will be entrusted with responsibilities that are central to maintaining the firm's integrity and strategic objectives. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting rigorous conflict-of-interest checks for new client matters, performing anti-money laundering assessments during onboarding processes, and providing expert guidance on risk management strategies. You will collaborate closely with partners, fee earners, PAs, and other internal stakeholders to resolve complex conflicts efficiently while ensuring compliance with evolving legal standards. By leading initiatives within the Conflicts & New Business team, supervising junior colleagues, coordinating audits, and developing innovative solutions for operational challenges, you will help shape the firm's approach to risk mitigation. Your role is integral in fostering a culture of ethical conduct and operational excellence while supporting new business development through meticulous compliance practices.

• Conduct detailed conflict-of-interest checks for new client engagements to identify and address potential conflicts before opening new matters.
• Perform anti-money laundering and reputational risk assessments as part of the client onboarding process to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.
• Provide specialist advice on risk assessment procedures and compliance with legal standards across multiple jurisdictions.
• Offer guidance and support to partners, fee earners, and PAs regarding conflicts identified during new business intake.
• Assist the Office of the General Counsel in compliance matters related to conflicts rules by undertaking defensive analytical research and analysis.
• Lead collaboration with internal teams to implement Conflicts & New Business programmes and initiatives that set operational standards within the team.
• Serve as an escalated point of contact for complex queries within the Conflicts & New Business discipline, delivering fair resolutions efficiently.
• Supervise junior professionals or coordinators by delegating tasks and facilitating their work within established procedures.
• Coordinate internal audits and compliance reviews while providing training on regulatory matters to ensure adherence across all levels of the organisation.
• Contribute innovative solutions to complex problems by leveraging specialist knowledge in conflicts management and related disciplines.

What you bring:

• Comprehensive experience in conflicts analysis or compliance roles within professional services or legal environments is essential for success in this position.
• A university degree in Law, Business, Finance or Marketing is preferred but not mandatory; equivalent experience or relevant professional certification/qualification is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed analysis independently using sound judgement when investigating issues or identifying solutions.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills enabling effective communication with colleagues at all levels as well as occasional external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in IT systems including MS Office; experience with iManage or document management systems is advantageous.
• Strong academic record coupled with intellectual curiosity and creative thinking abilities are highly desirable attributes.
• Mature judgement combined with appropriate handling of confidential information ensures trustworthiness in sensitive situations.
• Flexibility to work both collaboratively within teams and independently as required by changing priorities or deadlines.
• Ability to perform under pressure while meeting tight deadlines demonstrates resilience and dependability.
• Willingness to take on additional tasks beyond core responsibilities reflects commitment to communal goals.

What sets this company apart:

• This international law firm stands out for its unwavering dedication to ethical conduct, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
• Employees benefit from a flexible range of lifestyle-supporting programmes including private medical insurance for peace of mind;
• a pension plan with employer-matched contributions up to 7.5% ensuring financial security;
• yearly well being funds promoting holistic health;
• income protection;
• life insurance; critical illness cover; private GP services; travel insurance; dental coverage;
• cycle-to-work schemes;
• holiday purchase options during annual enrolment, all designed around individual needs.

The firm fosters an inclusive culture where supportive leadership encourages professional growth through ongoing training opportunities. Flexible working arrangements allow you four days in-office per week (Monday–Thursday) during standard hours, balancing productivity with personal commitments. Equal opportunities are championed throughout recruitment processes so every team member feels valued regardless of background or identity.

What's next:

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