The Firm
Our client is a leading, international law firm with a reputation for excellence and a collaborative culture. They are now looking to hire a Senior Conflicts Advisory Lawyer to join their expanding team and play a pivotal role in conflict management across multiple jurisdictions.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial and solution-driven lawyer with strong experience in conflicts to take on a varied and high-profile role. Working closely with the Conflicts Advisory and Onboarding teams, you will provide advice on conflicts and compliance matters while supporting key risk and regulatory projects. Key responsibilities include:
* Conducting legal and regulatory analysis of potential conflicts and confidentiality issues
* Advising partners and fee earners on conflicts concerns and client relationships
* Leading complex conflicts searches and acting as a point of escalation for challenging matters
* Facilitating conflict resolutions in collaboration with senior stakeholders and management
* Contributing to the development and improvement of policies and procedures on conflicts and compliance
* Supervising and mentoring more junior members of the Conflicts Advisory and Conflicts Teams
* Identifying wider commercial, risk, and reputational implications during conflict assessments
Requirements
* Strong experience as a conflicts lawyer in a busy international law firm environment
* Excellent commercial awareness and the ability to balance detail with the big picture
* Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with lawyers and senior stakeholders across multiple offices
* Proven track record in resolving conflicts issues with discretion and sound judgment
* Knowledge of the UK regulatory regime; experience with international conflicts rules is advantageous
* Comfortable working under pressure, managing multiple projects, and meeting deadlines
Vacancy Highlights
* Hybrid working opportunities available
* Competitive benefits package
* Join a supportive and collaborative team in a high-profile, international law firm
For a confidential discussion regarding this Senior Conflicts Advisory Lawyer opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associate