Job Description Summary

Our Risk Management Department has an opening for a Conflicts Specialist who will be responsible for performing, analyzing and identifying potential conflicts related to new clients, matters and lateral hires.

Innovation isn't a department here — it's a mindset. We actively use AI tools to work smarter, and we expect everyone to bring curiosity and openness to how technology can enhance their work. You don't need to be a technical expert; you need to be willing to learn, experiment, and grow alongside a team doing the same.

This position can be based in any of our U.S. office locations. The position offers a hybrid schedule of remote and in-person, with at least one in-office day required per week and the possibility of additional on-site days depending on business and client needs. The work schedule for this position (non-exempt) will be 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday, from 9 am - 6 pm.

Job Description

Performs conflicts checks and company research using in-house and commercial databases
Analyzes conflicts reports and communicates results to Partners and Conflicts Attorneys
Assists in the follow-up on pending Conflicts resolution issues
Updates and maintains Conflicts database
Provides assistance with drafting and editing Conflict Waiver letters
Responds to questions from lawyers and secretaries regarding Conflict Waiver letters
Assists in the review of employee and lateral hire conflict check forms
Performs other related duties as assigned

Desired Skills And Qualifications

Excellent data entry skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of automated conflicts software, preferably Intapp
Requires good computer skills
Excellent attention to detail
Willingness to perform repetitive tasks
Ability to prioritize; and
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Reporting to the Conflicts Supervisor, the ideal candidate will have 3+ years of conflicts or risk management experience. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Benefits And Compensation Details

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The Anticipated Range For This Position Is

$68,000 - $95,750

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.

Fenwick & West

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