Conflicts Analyst II - Intake Compliance (West Coast) - Orrick Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

Orrick currently has an excellent opportunity for a Conflicts Analyst II. This position could be based in any of our U.S. West Coast offices (Los Angeles; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; or Seattle) with consideration given for 100% remote US locations if willing to work West Coast hours.  Signing bonuses available for qualified candidates!

The Objective:  The Conflicts Analyst II assists the Firm and its attorneys with compliance and risk management related to potential new business.

What will I do?  You will review, research and analyze new business and conflict submissions to identify potential ethical or business conflicts of interest and to ensure compliance with Firm policies and strategies.  You will provide clear communication to firm attorneys and staff to resolve potential conflict and compliance issues. You will research corporate entities and family tree structures to determine related entities and run additional reports utilizing international business compliance software as needed.

Our ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills and the ability to manage a dynamic and often fast-paced set of matters and issues.

How will I spend my time? You will spend most of your time on these responsibilities:

• Work closely with attorneys and other members of the New Business & Conflicts team to identify potential ethical and business conflicts of interest presented by new business.
• Perform comprehensive research, analysis, and documentation of potential conflicts of interest associated with new business intake.
• Prepare well-organized and detailed conflict of interest reports and present information directly to Firm partners in a clear, concise manner while highlighting critical issues.
• Review and evaluate new business intake forms for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws, firm policies, and business requirements.
• Review draft engagement letters and assist with maintaining engagement letter records.
• Ensure timely and efficient processing of new business requests.
• Work closely with the Firm’s Office of the General Counsel, department leadership, and other Intake Compliance team members regarding potential conflicts of interest and other risk and compliance matters.
• Employ and enforce risk management processes and procedures.
• Coordinate with department management, Office of the General Counsel, and Risk Management team regarding firm-wide training on new business intake and conflicts processes and procedures.
• Contribute to new business conflicts and intake process, procedure, and technology improvements to enhance efficiency and manage risk.
• Implement departmental projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Identify and support all customer service needs.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or comparable experience required.
• 3-5 years of conflicts analyst experience, preferably at a large law firm.
• Working knowledge of Intapp products preferred.
• Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills.
• A problem-solver with a strong attention to detail and sound judgment.
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of firm attorneys and staff.
• Ability to manage change within a dynamic and innovative organization while maintaining a commitment to the Firm’s core values.
• Strong interest and ability to learn new technologies as necessary.

Who is Orrick? Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration.  Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For.  Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is;

• California Major Markets* $53,000.00 - $100,000
• New York City $57,000.00 - $100,000
• National $45,000.00 - $65,000

* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica.  All other California locations fall within National range.

Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick’s estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography.  Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance. 

We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our Paid Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.

Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.

How to Apply: If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled. 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.