Senior Conflicts Analyst

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Base pay range

$90,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Summary
The Senior Conflicts Analyst is responsible for conducting the preliminary analysis and research for the identification and subsequent resolution of any potential conflicts issues during the new business intake process. Using the firm’s internal conflicts database and external corporate research resources, the Conflicts Analyst will prepare conflicts of interest reports that allow New Business Conflicts Staff Attorneys (CSA) and requesting partners to quickly and effectively identify compliance issues that need to be addressed prior to opening new business. The Conflicts Analyst will also assist in the set up and maintenance of ethical screens as required. Additionally, as the initial point of contact during the new business intake process, the Conflicts Analyst will play a critical role in ensuring the standardization and integrity of data and information gathering during the new business intake process.
Duties And Responsibilities

• Perform initial review of conflicts requests and work with secretaries and submitters to obtain clear and precise information.
• Compile conflicts reports that incorporate research and analysis from the firm’s internal conflicts database and external corporate research tools.
• Collaborate with CSA to provide partners with clear and concise summaries of required steps to resolve and address any potential conflicts during the client and matter intake process.
• Coordinate the creation and maintenance of ethical screens required as part of taking on new business, as requested.
• Perform and organize more complicated search request project such as bankruptcy requests and other requests involving 1000 + parties .
• Perform special projects as assigned by Conflicts Supervisors and Managers.
• Demonstrate a high degree of judgment and discretion while still escalating issues in situations where appropriate.
• Proactively identify and execute projects that either improve the quality and integrity of information in the conflicts database or streamline large conflicts operations projects.
• Assist in compiling information for client due diligence reports for potential clients.
• Assist with initiatives aimed at improving the quality and quantity of information provided to partners taking on new clients and matters.
• Demonstrates reliability with work product and attendance
  

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits .
Target Salary Range
$90,000 - $110,000 if located in Illinois
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Required
Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• A minimum of three years of conflicts or compliance experience at a large law firm (especially related to KYC/AML requirements)
• Database Research Experience and/or experience with corporate research resources (including CapitalIQ, Hoovers/Dunn & Bradstreet and/or Bureau van Dijk)
• Experience with Conflicts Search and/or Risk Management applications (including Elite, LegalKey, Intapp Open and/or Intapp Wallbuilder)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
  

Other Skills And Abilities
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
  

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Business Development and Sales

• Industries

  Law Practice

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