Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.
The Global Conflicts Analyst will be responsible for assisting with the review, identification and resolution of potential conflicts issues with respect to clients, matters, and new business under applicable rules of professional responsibility and the Firm’s global policies.
Responsibilities
- Assist Global Head of Conflicts and Global Conflicts Manager with the process of conflict checking for new clients and matters across a diverse range of jurisdictions.
- Provide a thorough and timely analysis of all new business endeavors to identify any ethical and business conflicts of interest.
- Support and resolve general conflict issues and cross-regional conflicts, maintaining thorough and accurate records to ensure database integrity.
- Utilize available internal and external databases and other such resources to supplement analysis and assist with decision making.
- Support the Global Conflicts Manager in evaluating and implementing improvements to enhance the operations of the Global Conflicts Team.
- Proactively communicate with department leadership on complex conflicts questions and other compliance issues.
- Assist with training Global Conflicts Team members, legal administrative assistants, lawyers, and business services staff in understanding the firm's new matter intake and compliance procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet evolving position requirements.
Requirements
Hard skills
- At least 2 years of experience in conflicts or a related field (such as AML, KYC, or compliance), preferably within an international law firm.
- Minimum bachelor's degree, preferably in law or a related field.
- Business-level proficiency in English, both written and oral.
- Knowledge of Intapp conflict checking, ethical wall, and business intake software is preferred.
- Strong legal research skills.
- Extensive experience working with layers of engagement and approval.
Soft Skills
- Excellent collaboration skills, working effectively in a global environment and accommodating different time zones.
- Strong written communication and organizational skills, efficiently managing numerous requests.
- Team player with the ability to influence others toward consensus and support the practice's values, including equal opportunities and diversity principles.
- Methodical approach to work with a focus on accuracy, attention to detail, consistency, and quality.
- Initiative and proactivity in anticipating needs and responding adeptly to challenges and issues as they arise.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, making effective recommendations and resolving issues using sound judgment.
- Effective negotiation and influence skills, achieving successful outcomes while maintaining excellent customer/client-facing skills.
The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of essential functions, responsibilities or requirements.
Benefits
Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience and country where hired.
Diversity & Inclusion
Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We want a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.
We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.
Equal Opportunities
Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.
