Graduate Conflicts Assistant

Our client, a prestigious international law firm renowned for its excellence in legal and business advisory services, is seeking to expand its Risk & Compliance function. Due to continued growth, an opportunity has arisen for multiple Conflicts Assistants to join the team.
This role sits within the Legal Conflicts Department and provides crucial support in maintaining regulatory compliance and safeguarding the firm's reputation by assisting with conflict checks and risk assessments across a global platform.

As a Conflicts Assistant, your role will involve providing essential support to the Conflicts Team in a fast-paced, professional services environment. Key responsibilities will include:

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  Conducting thorough client and matter searches using the firm's internal conflicts database.
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  Assisting in the analysis of conflict check results and flagging potential legal, ethical, or commercial concerns to senior team members.
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  Liaising with colleagues across international offices to gather and verify information related to new clients, matters, or engagements.
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  Reviewing external media sources and public databases to identify any reputational risks associated with clients or counterparties.
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  Preparing and formatting conflict reports for review by Conflicts Analysts and Managers.
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  Supporting the accurate input and maintenance of data within conflicts and client intake systems.
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  Escalating identified issues in line with the firm's internal protocols and regulatory guidelines.
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  Collaborating with other business support teams (e.g., Business Acceptance, AML, Risk) to ensure a smooth client onboarding process.
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  Undertaking general administrative tasks such as document management, inbox monitoring, and database housekeeping as required by the team.

This role offers a great entry point into risk and compliance within a global legal environment and provides a clear development pathway toward analyst-level roles.

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  28 days annual leave + bank holidays
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  Holiday purchase scheme (up to 5 additional days)
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  6% employer pension contribution
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  Private medical insurance
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  Voluntary private dental insurance
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  Life assurance (3x annual salary)
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  Income protection insurance
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  Optional critical illness cover
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  Enhanced parental and sick leave policies
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  Employee assistance programme (EAP)
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  Lifestyle benefits including discounted gym memberships, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket/travel loans, and more

Our client is a top-tier UK-headquartered law firm with a global presence and an excellent reputation for delivering business-critical legal services. Known for its forward-thinking approach and commitment to quality, the firm offers a collaborative and inclusive work culture, with a strong focus on employee development and career progression.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing area of the firm where your contributions will have a direct impact on client service and regulatory compliance.
Application Criteria:

• Degree Educated (2:1 or higher)
• Previous experience in professional services desired
• Previous experience in anti-money laundering, risk & compliance or similar beneficial
• Previous experience in research, analytics or data information beneficial

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