Conflicts Analyst I - Future Opportunities

About Kirkland & Ellis

At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development.
 
As one of the world’s leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters because we don’t just meet industry standards, we create them. We bring innovation and entrepreneurialism to every engagement and, as a result, have long-standing client relationships with leading global corporations and financial sponsors. With 6,500 employees (including more than 3,500 lawyers) operating from 21 offices across the United States, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we are one of the largest law firms in the world and a top financial performer.

Essential Job Functions

Are you an intellectually curious, independent thinker eager to contribute to a leading global law firm? Kirkland & Ellis LLP is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Conflicts Analyst I to join our dynamic Business Intake & Conflicts Department. This is an evergreen role, reflecting our ongoing need for talented individuals who can help ensure compliance and manage ethical risk at the highest levels. As such, we invite applications year-round, though response times may vary based on hiring needs and volume of applications. For those with an analytical, research-oriented, issue-spotting and problem-solving mindset who thrive in fast-paced, compliance-focused roles, this is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the success of our firm.

About the Role

In this role, you will be an essential partner to attorneys and colleagues worldwide, supporting Kirkland & Ellis LLP’s commitment to ethical business practices and risk management. Working as part of the Business Intake & Conflicts Department, you will help identify and resolve ethical and business-related conflicts of interest, conducting research and analysis for new business prospects and employee hires to uphold firm policies and manage risk. Through your careful analysis, you will provide critical insights into high-impact relationships that drive Kirkland & Ellis’s ongoing global operations.

Given the evergreen nature of this role, you may be contacted at varying intervals depending on current openings. We appreciate your patience as our team carefully considers each candidate for this crucial position within our firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Research & Analysis: Conduct detailed conflicts searches and corporate research for new business and employee hire requests, ensuring all activities align with firm policies and meet high standards of risk management.
• Collaboration with Attorneys: Work closely with attorneys and team members to identify, assess, and resolve conflicts of interest, delivering thorough written analyses that support informed decision-making.
• Efficient Processing: Ensure prompt and accurate processing of all conflicts searches, and address any time-sensitive issues arising from new business and employee onboarding.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as a main contact point within the Business Intake & Conflicts Department, providing timely information and accurate guidance to attorneys, department colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Continuous Process Improvement: Actively contribute to improvements in processes, procedures, and technologies within the department, with a focus on reducing risk and enhancing operational efficiency.

Ideal Candidate Profile Our ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives in a collaborative environment. You’ll need to demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, excellent communication abilities, and adaptability to changing priorities. This position is best suited for individuals who enjoy working in a customer-service-oriented capacity with a high level of discretion and professionalism. You must also live within a reasonable commuting distance of your home office. As a member of our team, it is expected that you will be in the office 3/days a week.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; experience in risk management, research, conflicts searching, or a similar field preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, handling sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on accuracy and consistency in a flexible, fast-paced work environment.

What We Offer:

• In-depth conflicts training
• Opportunities to contribute to process and technology enhancements.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• The chance to make a meaningful impact daily.

How to Apply

Thank you for your interest in Kirkland & Ellis LLP.  To complete an application and submit your resume, please click "Apply Now."

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in each location below. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation

► Los Angeles: $69,000 -$98,000

► Bay Area: $69,000 -$100,000

Equal Employment Opportunity

All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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