Conflicts Analyst Jobs
Conflicts Analyst jobs are open across law firms, financial services, consulting, and corporate legal departments, from entry-level to senior and manager, with specializations in legal conflicts clearance, ethical screening, and risk and compliance review. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Conflicts Analyst researches and generates reports on potential new clients and matters, edits and analyzes conflict of interest search results, and provides data to Conflicts and Compliance Attorneys, the General Counsel’s Office, and the New Business Committee. A successful Conflicts Analyst will display a keen attention to detail, have the ability to balance customer service and risk prevention, and exercise independent judgement while being part of a global team.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Process formal and informal conflict search requests related to lateral partner transfers
Coordinates with attorneys and secretaries to clarify submitted information
Communicate results of the conflict searches to the Conflicts Attorney
Audit and correct search details in the conflicts database
Research new Firm clients using industry search tools and platforms
Provide telephone and email assistance to attorneys and secretaries to interpret reports and troubleshoot database issues
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Familiar with Intapp Open software
- Written and verbal fluency in English
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines for a global law firm
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Familiar with online research tools such as Orbis, Dun & Bradstreet, and World Check
- Library or research experience
- Familiar with structure and culture of large international law firms, accounting firms, financial institutions or similar settings
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Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $81,000 - $118,000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better. McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,700+ lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.
At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.
With us, you’ll find:
A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
Job Description:
The Conflicts Analyst researches and generates reports on potential new clients and matters, edits and analyzes conflict of interest search results, and provides data to Conflicts and Compliance Attorneys, the General Counsel’s Office, and the New Business Committee. A successful Conflicts Analyst will display a keen attention to detail, have the ability to balance customer service and risk prevention, and exercise independent judgement while being part of a global team.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Process formal and informal conflict search requests related to lateral partner transfers
Coordinates with attorneys and secretaries to clarify submitted information
Communicate results of the conflict searches to the Conflicts Attorney
Audit and correct search details in the conflicts database
Research new Firm clients using industry search tools and platforms
Provide telephone and email assistance to attorneys and secretaries to interpret reports and troubleshoot database issues
Job Specifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
- Familiar with Intapp Open software
- Written and verbal fluency in English
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to work under tight deadlines for a global law firm
- Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities
- Ability to handle and maintain confidential information
- Ability to learn new concepts and skills quickly
- Familiar with online research tools such as Orbis, Dun & Bradstreet, and World Check
- Library or research experience
- Familiar with structure and culture of large international law firms, accounting firms, financial institutions or similar settings
-
Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.
Target Hiring Range $81,000 - $118,000
Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
Work Environment:
Typical indoor office environment
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in conflicts analyst jobs.
- Experience conducting conflicts of interest searches using matter management or conflicts software
- Familiarity with professional responsibility rules and legal ethics guidelines in a law firm or corporate legal setting
- Strong attention to detail when reviewing client, matter, and party name databases for potential conflicts
- Bachelor's degree in legal studies, paralegal studies, business, or a related field
- Ability to interpret engagement letters, corporate ownership structures, and adverse party relationships
- Experience with document management or practice management systems such as Intapp, Elite, or similar platforms
Tips for Your Conflicts Analyst Job Search
Tailor your resume for conflicts clearance workflows
Highlight direct experience running conflicts checks, using matter management software, and resolving ethical screens. Hiring managers scan for specific tools and processes, so name the systems you've used rather than describing conflicts work in general terms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists conflicts analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show your knowledge of lateral hire screening
Many firms prioritize candidates who understand the conflicts implications of lateral attorney moves. If you've supported lateral intake processes, name that explicitly on your resume and in cover letters to stand out from candidates with only general conflicts experience.
Target postings by practice area focus
Conflicts roles at litigation-heavy firms differ from those at transactional or regulatory practices. Read postings carefully for the dominant practice area and adjust your application materials to emphasize the client type and matter complexity most relevant to that environment.
Prepare for scenario-based interview questions
Interviewers typically present a hypothetical conflicts scenario and ask you to walk through your analysis and escalation process. Practice articulating how you distinguish a true conflict from a potential one and when you'd escalate to a supervising attorney or general counsel.
Negotiate by citing specialized system proficiency
If you're fluent in conflicts-specific software like Intapp Conflicts or similar matter management platforms, treat that as a concrete negotiating point. Firms that run on those systems pay a premium for candidates who don't require training on the tool itself.
Conflicts Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most conflicts analysts?
Jobot, Kirkland & Ellis, and Butler Snow are hiring the most conflicts analysts right now, with openings concentrated in New York, California, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large full-service law firms and financial institutions with in-house legal teams tend to post the highest volume of these roles.
How many conflicts analyst jobs are remote?
About 95% of conflicts analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the document-driven and research-focused nature of the work. Roles centered on database searching and written clearance memos tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions requiring close coordination with partner groups or lateral intake teams are more likely to require an in-office presence.
How do you become a conflicts analyst?
Start by building foundational knowledge in legal ethics, professional responsibility rules, and corporate entity structures through a paralegal studies program or relevant coursework. Gain experience in a law firm or corporate legal department in an administrative or research role, then move into conflicts work by learning matter management software and the conflicts clearance process. Demonstrating precision in research and a clear understanding of attorney ethics rules is what moves candidates into dedicated conflicts analyst positions.
Can you get hired as a conflicts analyst with little experience?
Yes, entry-level conflicts analyst roles exist at large law firms and legal outsourcing companies, and they often hire candidates from legal administrative or research backgrounds rather than requiring prior conflicts experience specifically. Emphasize any exposure to legal databases, name-matching research, or document review work. Familiarity with corporate entity structures and a demonstrated ability to follow multi-step review procedures are more important to hiring managers than a specific job title held previously.
What does the conflicts analyst interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a phone screen focused on your background in legal or research environments, followed by an in-person or video interview with the conflicts manager or legal operations team. Expect at least one scenario-based question where you're asked to walk through how you'd analyze and document a potential conflict. Some firms add a short written or practical exercise using a sample conflicts search to assess your attention to detail and analytical process.
Where can I find and apply to conflicts analyst jobs?
You can find and apply to conflicts analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and practice area focus, then apply directly to each opening that fits. Applying to multiple well-matched postings at once is the fastest way to generate interviews in this field.
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