Sandton: Junior Conflicts Analyst posted by Ellahi Consulting

About the Role

We are seeking a Junior Conflicts Analyst to join our team in Sandton, Johannesburg. As a key member of the Conflicts Office, you will assist in researching and resolving conflicts of interest for our firm’s attorneys and management. This is an exciting opportunity to work with our New Business Conflicts & Compliance Department and contribute to our Global Citizenship program.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist firm attorneys and members of management in the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest.
• Identify potential conflicts of interest through corporate and conflicts database research of client and matter information provided by requesting attorneys, potential attorneys, assistants, and support staff.
• Conduct database research and analysis of data.
• Maintain and update the conflicts database and perform additional administrative tasks as required.
• Research corporate history of clients and related parties for former and new client work.
• Respond to attorney and staff requests and perform conflicts of interest searches and checks.
• Coordinate receipt, documentation, and preparation of engagement letters and client waivers and/or consents/Ethical Walls.
• Assist members of the New Business Conflicts and Compliance Department with research requests and other projects.
• Perform general administrative duties including proofreading and filing.
• Assist with research, resolution, and clearance of basic conflicts of interest issues, including but not limited to no-party matters, new matters for existing clients, non-portable lateral issues, and staff and contractor conflicts checks.

Requirements

• At least 9 months of conflicts research experience preferred.
• Experience with Elite database or comparable database preferred.
• If no prior conflicts experience, at least one (1) year of legal risk management background in a comparable role involving research and database experience.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks and follow through on the resolution of issues.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

No formal education or certifications are required for this position.