Conflict of Interest Specialist
Conflict of Interest Specialist
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$ 80000 - 90000
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Job Description
We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm.
About Us
Skadden Arps Slate Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation intellect teamwork and tenacity our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions litigation/controversy issues and regulatory matters as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives work together seamlessly across 50plus practices and 21 offices in the worlds major financial centers.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Conflict of Interest Specialist to join our Firm. This individual will provide conflicts assistance to attorneys legal assistants and professional staff by taking requests and retrieving information from various files databases online sources and outside services. The individual will maintain internal database information.
- Performs accurate and methodical searches in the Firms Conflicts of Interest System relevant to new business investment or hiring when working in either the office or remotely.
- Reports accurate written results to requesting attorneys legal assistants and professional staff.
- Performs conflicts checks in offhours from a remote location on a rotational basis.
- Assists in maintaining and updating the Conflicts System.
- Maintains organization of the Conflicts group.
- Responsible for testing and learning new Conflicts applications and systems.
- Uses Firmissued mobile device while out of the office and during off hours and coordinates with staff to complete pending requests.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal written and verbal communication skills to facilitate effective work relationships with others.
- Manages Firm resources responsibly.
- Complies with and understands Department and Firm operation policies and procedures.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Attention to detail accuracy in record keeping strong communication skills and expertise in computer searching.
- Knowledge of U.S. and foreign company names and histories.
- Demonstrates teamwork and good interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read interpret and follow detailed instructions.
- Ability to deal courteously and effectively with others.
- Ability to use thirdparty database systems such as DNBi Hoovers and Capital IQ to find company information.
- Ability to delegate work effectively.
- Ability to be fully productive in a digital paperfree workplace environment.
- Ability to use video conferencing tools such as Webex for communicating with staff and other Firm personnel.
- Knowledge of relevant firm computer software programs (e.g. Outlook Excel PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software and operating systems.
- Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities.
- Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to work well in a demanding and fastpaced environment.
- Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team.
- Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.
Education and Experience
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience (minimum of three years)
- Minimum of oneyear related experience in Conflicts of Interest research
Culture & Life at Skadden
What makes Skadden special is our people and the culture community and spirit of collaboration we have created. We believe in teamwork and inspiring each other to be our best in an atmosphere that promotes professionalism and excellence in all that we do. We know that inclusion and drawing on the strength of a wide spectrum of talent only make us better and is vital to the firms success. Our goal is for everyone at the firm to enjoy a challenging career with opportunities for development and growth and to support the wellbeing of our attorneys and business services professionals.
Benefits
The overall wellbeing of our team is important to us. We offer generous benefits to help you achieve wellness in all areas of your life.
- Competitive salaries and yearend discretionary bonuses.
- Comprehensive health care (medical dental vision) savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits.
- Generous paid time off.
- Paid leave options including parental.
- Inclassroom remote and ondemand learning and professional development opportunities.
- Robust wellbeing classes and programs.
- Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.
For further details please visit: starting base salary for this position is expected to be within the range listed under Salary Details. Actual salary will be determined based on skills experience (to the extent relevant) and otherjob related factors consistent with applicable law.
Salary Details
$80000 $90000EEO Statement
Skadden is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor including but not limited to race color religion creed sex national origin ancestry age alienage or citizenship status marital or familial status domestic partnership status caregiver status sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression change of sex or transgender status genetic information medical condition pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions sexual and reproductive health decisions disability any protected military or veteran status or status as a victim of domestic or dating violence sexual or offense or stalking.
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