Conflicts Specialist

Conflicts Specialist (Hybrid) page is loaded Conflicts Specialist (Hybrid) Apply locations Operations Center - Brandon time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R3868

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Description:

The Conflicts Specialist will use uniform criteria, standards, and procedures to run conflict reports and prepare conflict summaries.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Review new matter memos for accuracy and completion.
• Search all relevant and necessary parties in the firm's conflicts database.
• Review conflict of interest reports and prepare summaries based on the actual and potential conflicts of interest identified.
• Provide summaries to requesting attorneys, and respond to any questions.
• Adhere to all firm and department policies and procedures related to searching, reviewing conflict reports, and preparing summaries.
• Assist with keeping all shared documents current and accurate.
• Assist with training and mentoring Conflicts Clerks as required.
• Special projects and additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A total of 0-3 years legal experience, preferably with large law firm Conflicts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively, under pressure, with minimal direct supervision.
• Ability to exercise the appropriate amount of discretion in escalating and communicating issues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong research, computer, and database skills.
• Ability to effectively train and mentor Conflicts Clerks.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's Degree. Juris Doctor preferred.

This position may be filled in New York, Colorado or California. In accordance with the New York State Pay Transparency Law, New York City Human Rights Law, the Colorado Equal Pay Act, and the California Pay Transparency Law, the pay range for this position in New York State is $27.10 - $48.80/hour, in New York City is $32.60 - $48.80/hour, in Colorado is $28.50 - $42.70/hour, and in California $31.20 - $50.90/hour. These ranges are specific to these locations and may not be applicable to other locations. An individual's actual compensation will depend on the individual's qualifications and experience.

Benefits: Our goal is to promote a work environment in which individuals have access to the resources they need to be at their best both professionally and personally, which includes resources that encourage individuals to focus on their health and well-being. Below is a list of just some of the benefits we offer: generous paid time off; eleven paid holidays per year; time off for bereavement or jury duty; paid leave for new parents; comprehensive medical (PPO and HDHPs), dental and vision plans including coverage for domestic partners; life and AD&D insurance; short and long term disability insurance; tax-advantaged accounts for health care expenses, including FSA or HSA; FSA for dependent care; supplemental AFLAC policies for medical care; excess liability coverage; health advocacy services; behavioral health and counseling resources for all family members; 401(k); profit sharing; pre-tax transit and parking program; backup care for children and adults; senior care planning support; and resources for individuals with development disabilities and their caregivers.

Benefits may vary by position and office.

Holland & Knight is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer , making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status, protected veteran or any other protected class.

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Holland & Knight is proud of having built one of the largest, most respected law firms in the world today, delivering extraordinary legal service to clients for more than 130 years and jointly since 1968. We foster and embrace our diverse and inclusive workplace where we respect and value our people for their unique perspectives and experiences. 

Holland & Knight has approximately 2,000 lawyers across 35 U.S. and international offices and more than 1,600 professionals nationally. We offer professional employment in a variety of positions, including operational roles in our accounting, finance, human resources, marketing, information governance, and information technology departments, as well as paralegals, practice assistants, and other professionals who provide direct support to our attorneys and clients. Our firm offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and a professional and inclusive culture based on mutual respect and a commitment to serving our clients.