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This week, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Fisher Phillips: Conflicts Attorney.

The job description is below, to apply: visit their job application portal.

• Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Conflicts Attorney to join our New Business Intake team. This role is ideally suited for candidates with direct law-firm conflicts experience—those who regularly analyze conflict reports, apply ethical rules, coordinate resolutions, and collaborate with Risk Management, General Counsel, or Intake teams.
• In this high-impact position, you will be responsible for evaluating and resolving potential conflicts involving new business, lateral hires, and RFPs. You’ll work closely with the General Counsel’s Office and attorneys across the firm, making informed decisions that directly protect the firm and its clients.
• We’re looking for a detail-driven conflicts professional with 2+ years of hands-on conflicts analysis in a law firm environment (such as Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Ethics/Professional Responsibility role). Candidates without prior conflicts experience will not be considered for this position.
• If you have a strong command of conflicts rules, experience with conflicts databases, and a passion for safeguarding ethical compliance, we encourage you to apply.
• Please note: This role is not an entry point into practice. Applicants must have substantive conflicts or law-firm risk-management experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex conflict reports and exercise independent judgment to identify potential conflict of interest issues with new business, legal hires, and requests for proposal.
• Conduct research to gather information or clarification on potential issues, including the appropriate jurisdictional conflict and/or ethical rules and opinions to assist in determining specific conflict resolution strategies.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to gather necessary information for conflict analysis.
• Take initiative to analyze and resolve conflicts independently.
• Prepare clear and concise communications to attorneys, identifying all potential issues found in the conflict report in order to provide recommendations to attorneys and facilitate conflict resolution.
• Request and maintain all necessary supporting documentation to clear actual or potential conflict issues.
• Draft consents and conflicts waivers, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Provide assistance in managing client guidelines related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and ethical obligations.
• Prepare and implement ethical walls.
• Assist in developing and implementing conflicts policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance to New Business Intake Analysts with the goal of ensuring accuracy and consistency in preparation and analysis of conflict reports.
• Assist in training of New Business Intake staff and Firm administrative staff.
• Maintain knowledge of trends and developments involving legal and ethical rules related to conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and professional responsibility.
• Coordinate with the conflicts team to update and maintain the conflicts database and ensure accurate conflict reporting.
• Respond promptly to conflicts-related inquiries from attorneys and staff.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the bar association of the relevant jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on conflicts experience in a law firm environment (e.g., Conflicts Attorney, Conflicts Analyst, Risk Management Attorney, or Professional Responsibility role).
• In-depth knowledge of conflicts of interest rules, legal ethics, and professional responsibility.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex legal scenarios.
• Excellent attention to detail and exceptional organizational skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Intapp Open and Intapp Walls software and other relevant legal technology tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct.

Equal Opportunity / FCA statement
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with both the FCO and the California Fair Chance Act (FCA).

Equal Opportunity Employer
Fisher Phillips is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, or any other protected status, in compliance with all applicable laws.

Compensation
The salary range for this position is $120,000 – $160,000. Actual base pay within this range will be determined by several components, including but not limited to, location, relevant experience, internal equity, skills, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Join Us
At Fisher Phillips, exceptional talent is the foundation of our success. Joining our team means collaborating in a professional, dynamic environment leveraging cutting-edge technology. Our leadership fosters professional growth and provides opportunities to challenge yourself.

Our comprehensive benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with profit sharing, 18 days of vacation, accrue 10 sick days each calendar year and 10 paid holidays per benefit year. Wellness programs and 24/7 telehealth services support your overall well-being. Visit www.fisherphillips.com to learn more.

To apply: visit the Fisher Phillips job application portal.

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In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Wiley: “Risk and Compliance Attorney” —

• The Risk and Compliance Attorney is responsible for addressing internal questions from attorneys and professional staff relating to the negotiation and interpretation of client correspondence, providing instructive review and analysis, and otherwise leading practical implementation steps towards the achievement of securing mutually acceptable terms and conditions in accordance with the firm’s ethical responsibilities, applicable rules of professional conduct, recommended professional liability practices, and firm policies.
• This non-practicing attorney position reports to the Director of Risk Management and works across several key functional areas.
• These include, but are not limited to, client engagement and new business intake, analysis and resolution of conflicts and related issues, conflict waiver drafting and follow-up, review and negotiation of all varieties of client agreements, engaging with strategic data privacy and information governance efforts, supporting the audit letter response process, coordination of ethical screening, issuance and management of litigation holds, and compliance with firm policies and objectives in these areas.
• This position is eligible to participate in the firm’s flexible work program.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• When appropriate, assists with recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training new staff in the department
• Oversees the daily workflow of team members
• Provides staff with constructive and timely performance feedback and evaluations
• Handles disciplinary process, including escalating employment matters to the head of the department and the Senior
• Director of Human Resources when necessary
• Provides leadership and mentoring to staff, including on-going performance management, feedback and coaching,
• identification of training opportunities, and preparation of career development plans

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain primary responsibility for comprehensive institutional review and analysis of client engagement terms, including Outside Counsel Guidelines, engagement letters, nondisclosure agreements, and other contractual documents; coordinate with internal subject matter experts as needed regarding review and reconciliation of terms of engagement and other client requirements
• Establish and manage negotiation strategies and follow-up steps with attorneys, and across multiple departments, in accordance with best practices for addressing client terms that pose potential issues for the firm
• Ensure that resolution of all issues relating to Outside Counsel Guidelines and similar client agreements are reached, that finalized documentation is secured, and that recordkeeping of client engagement letters, terms and conditions, and other agreements are filed in a complete manner in all relevant locations
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to encourage active participation in review and assessment of Outside Counsel Guidelines and client engagement terms while maintaining attention to policies, procedures, and firm objectives
• Take action on addressing any commentary, findings, or recordkeeping omissions encountered during the Outside Counsel Guidelines review process (e.g., no engagement letter identified for a current client; issue spotting for other departments; reminders and follow-ups for other reviewers)
• Respond to requests by attorneys for assistance with preparing specialized engagement letter terms and reviewing other client tendered letters and agreements; draft and provide recommended edits along with supporting business rationales; answer ongoing questions; and otherwise engage in all rounds of editing, review and negotiation as needed for a client or prospective client
• Provide assistance to attorneys with obtaining necessary firm approval for exceptions to standard terms and conditions (e.g., advance waiver language modifications), for serving in outside roles, and for other ad hoc requests that require General Counsel oversight
• Assist attorneys with navigating client questionnaires regarding legal and regulatory developments by providing responsive content relating to ethics and risk management topics where applicable; shepherd and facilitate participation by other administrative departments on various subjects
• Respond to requests for assistance relating to marketing and business development submissions, such as request for proposals (RFPs) and preferred provider programs, merger and acquisition announcements by current clients, etc. that may require descriptions of risk management processes, supplemental conflict checks, identification of current conflicts, or similar content that must be reviewed and formally summarized prior to release
• Review contracts received from firm vendors and other non-client entities to identify potential compliance issues; provide guidance and recommendations to ensure alignment with legal requirements and firm business objectives
• Coordinate procedures for processing requests from former employees (e.g., former Paralegals or Summer Associates) regarding prior client/matter work history for purposes of conflict checking by outside law firms and releasing such information, after appropriate collaboration and review
• Provide strategic research, report on findings, and provide recommendations on a broad range of regulatory and compliance matters affecting the firm’s operations and business practices
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and develop proactive strategies and policies to mitigate legal and regulatory exposure; collaborate with key internal leaders on findings; work with Director of Risk Management on implementation of initiatives and workplace policies to address such findings and to carry out constructive recommendations provided by the firm’s professional liability insurer
• Assist with the client intake and engagement process to identify and mitigate legal risks; ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, professional responsibility rules, and firm policies in connection with the terms of engagement; facilitate understanding and cooperation of attorneys and administrative assistants for achieving adherence to procedures that align with these principles
• Assist with management and quality assurance of the new business intake process; provide direct, interactive support to attorneys and participate in consultations relating to the new business intake process; play an active role in explaining, drafting and reviewing conflict waivers
• Work with attorneys on ethical screen structuring, attorney polling, memo drafting, and issuance of ethical screens from both technical and substantive perspectives
• Provide support for executing audit letter procedures and aid in ethics oversight; collaborate with Audit Letter staff to implement practices for continual improvement
• Collaborate with internal leaders to help ensure compliance with data privacy laws and best practices for cybersecurity and information governance protocols
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments and conduct legal research to support firm initiatives and ensure ongoing compliance with emerging topics of significance
• Develop training programs and produce educational materials that raise awareness of compliance and risk topics for the firm
• Prepare demonstrative guides and materials to educate others and evaluate current new business intake, client guidelines terms, and audit letter workflow technologies to identify and remedy technological challenges
• Lead or support special projects and strategic initiatives as directed, ensuring alignment with the firm’s legal and operational priorities
• Provide after hours and weekend coverage as needed for urgent confidential matters and to ensure exceptional client service to attorneys and staff

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to synthesize and clearly communicate ideas to varying audiences
• Proven experience with leading cross-functional initiatives and policy implementation
• Exceptional research and analytical skills with the ability to translate nuanced legal issues into relevant business context, and provide actionable guidance to others
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the firm and with external contacts
• Demonstrate high degree of initiative and ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Possess proven problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to addressing challenges
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and adapt seamlessly to dynamic and evolving situations
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion
• Excellent attention to detail and strong commitment to producing high quality work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law school required.
• Active membership in good standing in at least one U.S. state bar.Current DC bar membership preferred.
• Minimum five (5) plus years of legal experience in a law firm or professional services environment, with a focus on compliance, conflicts, and operational support.
• Knowledge of and experience with contract negotiation, review of legal documents, and legal risk assessment.

About Wiley

• We are proud to have built a team of more than 200 professionals whose diverse experiences have created a vibrant and inclusive workplace where individuals are respected and appreciated for their ideas and contributions.
• The key to our success lies in having exceptional teams with engaged, high-performing individuals who are committed to advancing a culture of continuous learning and development. At Wiley, we provide employees with the ability to pursue rewarding careers along with access to educational and training opportunities, including firm-sponsored training, seminars, and conferences, to advance and expand their skills.
• At Wiley, we believe that every employee plays an important role in the firm’s success, and we strive to provide you with a benefits program that rewards you for the hard work and dedication you put forth every day.

See their careers site for more on the company and work environment, see the complete job posting for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Ashurst Perkins Coie: “Conflicts Attorney” —

• Ashurst Perkins Coie is looking for a dynamic, qualified individual to fill a Conflicts Attorney position performing conflicts analysis on new business and firm lateral hires, and advising firm lawyers on conflicts of interest issues.
• The Conflicts Attorney will independently review, research, and resolve conflicts issues related to firm new business and staff personnel and ensure compliance with ethical standards in all jurisdictions as well as firm policies.
• For purposes of complying with Export Control laws, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
• Locations:  Seattle, WA; Portland, OR; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; Dallas, TX; Austin, TX; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Washington, D.C.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Independently analyze conflicts of interest on new business, firm lateral hires, and merger candidates.
• Resolve issues that arise in such matters with little to no supervision, including drafting of waivers and advising on ethical issues relating to withdrawal and screening.
• Resolve conflicts issues related to firm lateral hires.
• Manage a large conflicts workload with little to no supervision.
• Manage, prioritize, and meet deadlines with little to no supervision.
• Manage sensitive and confidential issues related to practice management and firm ethics. Provide training on conflicts issues.
• Lead small projects.
• Coordinate workload coverage.
• Provide backup to department Directors when needed.
• Act as a strategic legal advisor to firm lawyers on complex and sensitive conflicts of interest issues.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in response to requests from firm lawyers, managers, claims counsel and various firm committees.
• Analyze complex factual situations and spot issues where problems might occur.
• Draft complex waivers, engagement and joint representation letters in final format.
• Negotiate between lawyers in resolving disputes over conflicts and waivers. Other related legal work as needed.
• Be present at work during regularly scheduled working hours and as needed in the job position, consistent with the Firm’s attendance expectations.

SPECIFIC SKILLS REQUIRED

• Thorough knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and their application to the practice of law.
• Strong database skills.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing across the firm’s U.S. and international offices; timely with information.
• Solid understanding of jurisdictional differences in the application of different rules and principles to use in making a choice of law, including risk analysis.
• Effectively cope with change; can decide and act without having the total picture.
• Arrive at good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment.
• Thorough understanding of a wide range of legal matters, including an understanding of the parties and their respective roles in transactions and litigation, knowledge of litigation procedures such as depositions, subpoenas, role of co-defendants and comparative fault.
• Solid understanding of business organizations and financing concepts (critical).
• Ability to think creatively about solutions to issues raised. High attention to detail.
• Use time effectively and efficiently, concentrating on the more important priorities and can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal.
• Minimal supervision needed when working on independent assignments.
• Understand and respect the need for teamwork within the department and firm; follow procedures established to facilitate teamwork, including with personnel in international offices.
• Accept and convey decisions of Firm and Department Management in a professional manner.
• Relate well to all kinds of people, up, down, lateral, inside, and outside the organization; build constructive and effective relationships.
• Proven ability to be responsible for and capably resolve conflicts of interest issues for challenging personalities and groups/offices.
• Thorough and complete understanding of the lateral hire process.

SPECIFIC SKILLS PREFERRED

• Understanding of litigation practice and working knowledge of law firm processes.
• Ability to detect procedural problems and determine appropriate relationships.
• Experience with legal research and writing, ability to independently manage multiple tasks of varying importance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Qualified candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and a minimum of five (5) years of practice experience and equivalent senior level conflict/ethics experience.
• Active member in good standing in any jurisdiction required.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant topics, legal issues, and the rules governing professional responsibility required.
• Demonstrated success in a stressful environment.
• Applicants must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in the state of the office out of which they will be based and the state in which they reside.

About Ashurst Perkins Coie

• Our business services professionals are at the forefront of delivering value and innovation for the firm and our clients.
• Our teams are full of creative individuals who are passionate about high performance. It is this collective drive and ambition that makes our culture worth being part of. You don’t need extensive experience in professional services—we value experience gained in other sectors too. You’ll be someone who can work with others towards a common goal and support your colleagues with openness and respect. You’ll bring an instinct for problem solving and be able to anticipate our clients’ needs. What’s more, you’ll share our approach to innovation, whatever your background.
• We’ve witnessed a period of unprecedented change and development over the past five years, made possible through the knowledge of our business services professionals globally.

See their careers site for more on the company and work environment, see the complete job posting for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to spotlight an open position at Fredrikson: “Conflicts Resolution Specialist” —

• We are seeking a Conflicts Resolution Specialist to join our Risk Management team.
• This role plays a critical part in protecting the firm and its clients by analyzing and resolving conflicts of interest, identifying potential ethical and business risks, and ensuring compliance with professional responsibility rules and firm policies.
• The Conflicts Resolution Specialist partners closely with the Conflicts Resolution Manager, Conflicts Counsel, Intake Team, and attorneys across the firm to navigate sophisticated conflicts issues while supporting efficient client intake and matter opening processes.
• This is a hybrid position requiring candidates to reside in Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Analyze, evaluate, and assist in resolving conflicts of interest related to new clients and new matters
• Partner with Conflicts Counsel, attorneys, and professional staff to assess conflicts risk and develop practical, defensible solutions
• Review new client and matter requests for compliance with firm policies, engagement requirements, and applicable rules of professional responsibility
• Identify potential legal, business, and positional conflicts, including those involving affiliates, subsidiaries, and complex corporate structures
• Conduct corporate research and relationship analysis to determine client affiliations and conflict implications
• Review and assist with engagement letters, conflict waivers, and related conflict resolution documentation
• Exercise sound judgment by escalating complex or high-risk matters to the Conflicts Resolution Manager and Conflicts Counsel
• Maintain thorough, accurate documentation of conflicts analyses, research, and decision-making
• Support the continuous improvement of conflicts processes, policies, training materials, and best practices
• Collaborate with the Intake Team and other internal stakeholders to facilitate timely matter opening while maintaining compliance with firm risk management standards

Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• Bachelor’s degree, paralegal certificate, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 5+ years of law firm experience with exposure to conflicts, ethics, new business intake, or risk management functions strongly preferred; substantial paralegal experience will also be considered
• Working knowledge of conflicts of interest principles and the rules of professional responsibility preferred
• Experience using Intapp or a similar conflicts management system
• Strong analytical, research, and issue-spotting skills, including the ability to interpret complex corporate structures, affiliations, and organizational hierarchies; experience conducting corporate family tree research is highly desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly communicate risks and recommendations
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong professional judgment, attention to detail, discretion, and a collaborative approach to problem solving

Benefits

Our comprehensive benefits options include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short- and long-term disability, employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and caregiving guidance), paid parental leave, parenting classes, pre-tax parking and transportation options, and much more! Our retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions.

About Fredrikson

With a reputation as the firm “where law and business meet,” our attorneys and staff bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to operate as business advisors, strategic partners, and legal counselors to our clients. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm’s 400+ attorneys serve clients through our ten locations around the world: Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and Mankato, MN; Bismarck and Fargo, ND; Ames and Des Moines, IA; Madison, WI; Saltillo, Mexico; and Shanghai, China. Visit www.fredlaw.com for more information.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.

See their careers site for more on the company and work environment, see the completes job posting: “Conflicts Resolution Specialist” for more details on the position and to apply.

And if you’re interested in seeing your firm’s listings here, please feel free to reach out…

In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at McNees: “Conflicts Counsel” —

• McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC is seeking a Conflicts Counsel to join our growing team.
• This position plays a critical role in supporting McNees’ ethical obligations by reviewing, analyzing, and resolving conflicts of interest related to new clients, new matters, and lateral attorney hires. We foster a culture of integrity, innovation, and collaboration – where your ideas matter, and your contributions make a real impact.
• The Conflicts Counsel is responsible for the daily review, analysis, and resolution of conflicts and related issues concerning the Firm’s acceptance of new clients, matters, and lateral attorneys.
• This role works closely with the Firm’s conflicts team to facilitate approvals and ensure compliance with professional responsibility requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze conflict of interest reports for new Firm representations and lateral attorney hires to identify potential conflicts issues
• Resolve conflicts of interest, including obtaining necessary consents and drafting ethical wall memoranda
• Review new matter requests for compliance with Firm policies and professional responsibility rules; review and edit engagement letters as needed
• Assess client outside counsel guidelines and evaluate the Firm’s ability to comply
• Oversee the Firm’s waiver process
• Provide training and orientation to attorneys and staff regarding conflicts procedures and the new matter intake process
• Lead and mentor Conflicts Analysts, providing guidance, training, and oversight to ensure quality and consistency
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active licensure
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in conflicts of interest, ethics and professional responsibility
• Strong knowledge of conflict-of-interest principles under applicable professional responsibility rules
• Familiarity with automated new business intake and file opening systems
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective judgment and decision-making skills aligned with Firm policies and legal/ethical standards
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with professionals across all levels of the organization

See their careers page for more on the firm and work environment, and see the complete job posting for more details on the job and to apply for this position.

About McNees:

Joining McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC means becoming part of a team that values your voice, your growth, and your impact on clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve. Since 1935, McNees has been a trusted, client-focused law firm delivering practical, results-driven legal solutions with integrity and a client-first philosophy. We are a full-service firm with more than 150 attorneys and 300 professionals, committed to excellence across a wide range of practice areas and industries.

At McNees, we are guided by our core values of authentic relationships, excellence, growth, and balance to foster collaboration and innovation. We support your success through mentorship, leadership development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our commitment to community runs deep, with a strong tradition of stewardship through pro bono work, charitable initiatives, and civic engagement. We also prioritize flexibility and well-being with a family-focused culture, reasonable revenue hour expectations, and technology that drives efficiency.

If you’re looking for an opportunity to do meaningful work with people who value integrity and collaboration, you’ll feel at home at McNees.

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In this BRB jobs update, I’m pleased to highlight an open role at Alston & Bird: “Associate Director, Client Intake & Compliance” —

• The Associate Director, Client Intake & Compliance (AD), will lead the firm’s enterprise‑wide conflict‑of‑interest, new business intake, and risk management functions.
• This leader will have full autonomy to imagine, rebuild, and direct the Conflicts Department—including operational strategy, staffing, technology, governance, workflows, and firmwide training.
• The AD will partner closely with the General Counsel, firm leadership, and administrative stakeholders to ensure a modern, efficient, and defensible conflicts infrastructure.
• The AD is expected to serve as a positive role model and mentor for the staff, and to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm’s lawyers, efficient and effective departmental operations, and an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous improvement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute strategic vision of Director of Business Information Governance and Office of General Counsel
• Direct the firm’s new business intake, conflicts, and risk compliance on a firm wide basis
• Serve as point of contact to partnership on client intake and conflicts needs and issues, with escalation to the Director of Business Information Governance and General Counsel as needed
• Continually assessing technology and staffing needs, advance recommendations to Director of Business Information Governance.
• Manage direct reports
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to risk including client due diligence, lateral transfer processes, intake and conflicts process, ethical wall process, audit letter process, and matter closing process
• Oversee training for new and existing personnel
• Maintain expertise in the full life cycle of business intake policies and procedures, including file closure, and advise firm leadership on best practices and areas for improvement.
• Align processes across offices and work closely with Office of General Counsel in providing service to partnership.
• Maintain expertise in risk management policies and procedures, advise firm leadership on best practices and areas for improvement.
• Develop and maintain internal training manuals and documentation.
• Respond to inquiries from firm staff and attorneys regarding the new business intake, conflicts, and other risk compliance processes.
• Apply expertise and experience to develop staff to reach their fullest potential in support of extraordinary service to the partnership and clients.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Demonstrate project management skills and ability to lead others on potentially lengthy, complex projects and initiatives
• Superior written communication skills and the ability to draft and execute complex communications including policies and procedures, instructional documents, etc.
• Superior interpersonal skills, including strong oral communication skills and the ability to communicate potentially detailed and complex information to others
• Commitment to confidentiality of firm, department and client information
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adjust to changing priorities in a professional manner
• Strong leadership and managerial skills
• Strong research skills, including via internet, databases and other sources
• Strong service orientation, and an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with users, peers, office and firm management, and outside business partners
• Ability to work well under pressure, facilitate solutions, and meet deadlines and milestones

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years of progressively more responsible new business intake and conflict/compliance experience, preferably with manager or associate director-level experience
• Bachelor’s Degree/Master of Studies or MBA is preferred

About Alston & Bird:

As a leading international law firm, we are dedicated to excellence through impactful communication, collaboration, and community involvement. Our company culture has earned us one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” for 27 consecutive years. This honor, along with many others, highlights our commitment to innovation and professional development. At Alston & Bird LLP, our foundation is made of trust, reliability, and compassion.

For more about the firm, see their careers page. And see the complete job posting for more details on the job and to apply for this position.

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