Conflicts Specialist

Kirton McConkie, a large Salt Lake City law firm, has an exciting employment opportunity for a Conflicts Specialist. The ideal candidate has one or more years of experience reviewing and resolving potential conflicts in a law firm ensuring new matters and client relationships are reviewed promptly and comprehensively.

The ideal candidate has a high attention to detail, and is organized, discreet, and comfortable handling sensitive information in a fast-paced professional environment.

Responsibilities

· Search the firm's conflicts database for relevant parties, affiliates, adverse parties, and related matters.

· Identify and escalate potential conflicts or incomplete requests to the appropriate attorney or conflicts decisionmaker.

· Maintain accurate, complete, and current conflicts records.

· Protect confidential and sensitive information and follow firm policies and applicable professional-responsibility requirements.

Qualifications

· Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy

· Positive attitude and desire to succeed independently with a cross-functional team

· Integrity and discretion in handling confidential information

· Law firm experience preferred

Education

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Additional education is preferred.

The firm offers generous benefits and competitive compensation. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume through the Firm's career site. All submissions are confidential.