In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to highlight the first of two open risk roles at Analysis Group: “Conflict Attorney.”

Longtime blog reader Deborah Hopkins, the firm’s vice president of conflicts, provides some special context about Analysis Group, and why many of our law firm risk professionals reading might be curious about what life is like in the consulting world:

• “Analysis Group is one of the largest international economics consulting firms, with more than 1,500 professionals across 15 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since 1981, we have provided expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.”
• “For professionals with experience in the legal industry, this is an exciting opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating environment. Here, you can explore how the analytical rigor, strategic thinking, and sound judgment you’ve honed in a law firm setting can drive success in high-stakes economic consulting.  Join us to collaborate on impactful projects, expand your horizons, and make a difference in a field where critical analysis and exceptional decision-making are the foundation of success.”

About the role:

• This non-practicing attorney works across key functional areas within the Legal Department to reduce risk to the firm, including intake and conflict processes, resolution of conflict issues, and review and maintenance of conflict restrictions in client agreements. This is a highly valued role on the conflicts team. The emphasis placed on the conflict process by firm partners and the unique nature of conflicts within the industry makes this a compelling opportunity. This position has direct exposure to the highest levels within the organization and offers an opportunity to play a key role in navigating increasingly complex conflict issues.
• Understanding the conflict process is essential to this role. Job Functions and responsibilities include:

Conflict Analysis

• Analyze new business for content integrity and necessary elements for complete conflict analysis.
• Perform research on all new cases, all parties associated with each case, including research on corporate affiliations, subject matter, law firms, and experts.
• Identify and analyze complex conflicts issues, compile, and analyze complex data, and furnish concise, detailed information in written report format.
• Facilitate discussions between consultants, provide guidance related to conflict concerns, and offer recommendations for resolution.
• Interact with the firm’s Conflict Committee

Support of the Conflict and Legal Leadership Teams:

• Help guide conflict staff with addressing conflict search findings and issues encountered in case intake requests.
• Identify areas for improvement to processes and procedures and assist with implementing change.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to others within the department regarding conflicts and business issues, best practices, etc.
• Collaborate with other firm departments to advance initiatives or ensure compliance with firm best practices.
• Assist with presentations and trainings pertaining to conflicts and case intake.

Client Agreements:

• Support the Legal Department’s contracting team in their review of conflict restrictions in client agreements by providing feedback regarding terms restricting AG’s work in other matters, and when necessary, suggest alternative language that could ultimately work for both the client and AG.
• Maintain firm records regarding conflicts, engagement terms, etc.
• Review agreements for relevant information and potential changes and update the Conflict database as necessary.

This position has a hybrid work schedule with a minimum of three days per week in the Boston office.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctorate is required. License to practice law in the United States required.
• Minimum of 3 years substantive relevant experience required.
• Experience in conflicts, professional liability, or compliance role in a large law firm setting preferred.
• Experience with Intapp Risk products preferred.
• Proficiency with Windows-based software such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities; ability to look at “big picture” and think proactively and forwardly.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with an aptitude for problem solving.
• Demonstrated success in written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Team focused attitude and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to be flexible, confident, and comfortable in a high demand, fast paced environment.
• Flexibility regarding work hours and schedule.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• An inclusive and growth-oriented mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work across differences.
• To the extent permitted by applicable law, eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.

See the complete job posting for more details on the job requirements and to apply for this position.

Learn more about working at the firm on their careers page.

 

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