The opportunity
You will play a key role in the Firm, assessing whether new and existing engagements present a conflicts of interest, in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements, across all practice areas. This assessment considers legal, regulatory, and professional standards - including those from the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, and the Solicitors Regulation Authority - as well as firm policies, reputation considerations, and commercial implications.
This is a permanent, full-time position based in Leeds and prior conflicts experience is essential.
Your key responsibilities
Your day to day role will involve:
1. Analysing and determining whether new mandates can be accepted in line with current conflict of interest professional standards and other regulatory rules, as well as internal policies, across the full range of practice areas within the firm.
2. Assessing whether material changes to existing mandates create conflict issues for the firm and determining the appropriate action.
3. Liaising with partners and employees to establish whether a conflict of interest exists, or is likely to, often in the context of a range of related matters, many of which include highly complex transactions and scenarios.
4. Determining any applicable conditions upon which mandates can be accepted or continued.
5. Advising the business on all matters related to conflicts of interest including ad hoc queries raised by partners and employees.
6. Responding to queries raised by the Global Delivery Service conflict checking team.
7. Reviewing non-standard provisions in client engagement terms relating to conflicts of interest.
8. Working closely with global conflicts leadership, other regional conflict teams, and the Global Delivery Service teams to resolve conflict issues.
9. Assisting conflict leadership determine ways in which an enhanced conflict checking service can be provided.
10. Supporting with the preparation of papers for oversight and governance bodies.
11. Creating training materials and communications relating to conflicts of interest.
12. Organising and implementing department projects and initiatives.
13. Maintaining current knowledge on latest regulatory obligations, professional standards, guidance, and conflicts case law.
14. Counsel and mentor team members in their professional development.
What we look for
We are looking for someone with the following attributes / experience:
15. A self-starter who is highly motivated to learn and develop.
16. Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail.
17. Ability to think strategically and handle complex concepts.
18. Adaptable with excellent team working skills.
19. Ability to work to pre-determined deadlines and meet objectives under pressure.
20. Ability to build strong working relationships with service lines and develop an excellent understanding of their business.
21. Ability to communicate with colleagues at all levels including delivering tough messages to senior leaders.
To qualify for the role, you must have
22. Prior experience analysing and resolving conflicts of interest (financial services, legal practice or similar).
What we offer
We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
23. Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
24. Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
25. Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
26. Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.