Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Conflicts Analyst researches and generates reports on potential new clients and matters, edits and analyzes conflict of interest search results, and provides data to Conflicts and Compliance Attorneys, the General Counsel’s Office, and the New Business Committee. A successful Conflicts Analyst will display a keen attention to detail, have the ability to balance customer service and risk prevention, and exercise independent judgement while being part of a global team.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Process formal and informal conflict search requests related to lateral partner transfers
Coordinates with attorneys and secretaries to clarify submitted information
Communicate results of the conflict searches to the Conflicts Attorney
Audit and correct search details in the conflicts database
Research new Firm clients using industry search tools and platforms
Provide telephone and email assistance to attorneys and secretaries to interpret reports and troubleshoot database issues
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Familiar with Intapp Open software
- Written and verbal fluency in English
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines for a global law firm
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Familiar with online research tools such as Orbis, Dun & Bradstreet, and World Check
- Library or research experience
- Familiar with structure and culture of large international law firms, accounting firms, financial institutions or similar settings
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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $81,000 - $118,000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
McDermott Will & Schulte Irvine, California, USA Office
18565 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA, United States, 92612-2565
McDermott Will & Schulte Los Angeles, California, USA Office
2049 Century Park East, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90067-3218
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