[Hiring] Conflicts Analyst @McNees Wallace & Nurick LLC

Role Description

McNees, Wallace & Nurick is actively seeking a Conflicts Analyst to join our New Business Intake & Research Department. This position supports the department and Firm Counsel in promptly responding to all new business requests submitted firm-wide, including:

• Requests related to existing and potential new clients
• Requests related to new hires
• Requests for proposal

The conflicts analyst is responsible for:

• Providing analysis and guidance regarding conflicts of interest related to new business and lateral hires.
• Analyzing conflict reports and communicating effectively and confidentially with internal clients.
• Correcting inconsistent party information on requests.
• Assisting with the identification of additional parties based on various sources.
• Handling the client intake process from beginning to end, including running diligence.
• Identifying and performing large-scale projects to reconcile party information in the conflicts database.
• Fielding questions from staff and attorney users regarding intake/conflicts software.
• Recommending process/service improvements and policy changes.
• Ensuring compliance with Firm policies and procedures.
• Exercising independent judgment and discretion.
• Assisting with a wide range of research projects as necessary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Law firm and conflicts of interest analysis or related risk management initiatives.
• Familiarity with Upfront, Intapp, or other conflicts database software and diligence tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of work within a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Requirements

• Leverage firm and department resources to provide timely and thorough responses to all incoming inquiries.
• Production of quality work that upholds the expectations set by the goals of the Department.
• Listen and respond to all inquiries in a professional and sensitive manner.
• Handle sensitive or difficult issues with confidence and professionalism.
• Leverage technology to maintain an appropriately lean operation and promote efficiency across the firm.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health coverage
• Bonus opportunities (based on firm and individual performance)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability coverage
• AD&D insurance
• Paid time off, sick leave, and parental leave
• 401(k) retirement plan and company match

Company Description

Headquartered in Harrisburg, Pa., McNees operates offices across Pennsylvania, Maryland, Ohio, and Washington, D.C., giving our team a broad regional footprint and diverse opportunities for collaboration. We are ranked among the NLJ 500, Best Law Firms, and Best Lawyers, and nationally recognized for excellence in areas such as construction litigation and energy law.

• Our attorneys deliver tailored strategies to businesses, individuals, and organizations across various industries.
• We have a strong presence in public sector law, advocating for clients in regulatory and legislative matters.
• Our services span corporate law, real estate and construction, labor and employment, litigation, tax, intellectual property, energy and environmental, estate planning, and public sector law.
• McNees offers an engaging work environment, robust opportunities for professional development, and competitive compensation.