London | International Law Firm
A leading global law firm is seeking a Senior Conflicts Lawyer to join its London office, playing a key role within the firm’s risk and compliance function.
This is a senior position offering the opportunity to work closely with partners and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, supporting complex, high-value matters and ensuring robust conflicts management across the firm.
The Role
You will take a lead role in advising on conflicts of interest and new business intake across the firm’s global platform. Acting as a trusted advisor to fee earners, you will help identify, assess, and resolve potential conflicts while ensuring compliance with applicable rules and internal policies.
Key Responsibilities
*Act as a senior point of contact for conflicts-related queries from partners and lawyers
*Oversee the end-to-end conflicts process for new clients and matters
*Conduct and supervise detailed conflicts analysis across a range of practice areas
*Provide clear, practical guidance on conflicts rules and firm policies
*Support the drafting and review of engagement terms, disclosures, and waivers
*Manage and advise on the implementation of information barriers (ethical screens)
*Escalate complex or sensitive issues and support risk-based decision making
*Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of conflicts processes
*Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant regulatory and professional conduct rules


Candidate Profile
*Qualified lawyer with 5+ years’ experience in a law firm or in-house legal environment
*Strong understanding of conflicts of interest within a commercial law firm setting
*Experience advising on complex, cross-border matters (e.g. finance, corporate, disputes)
*Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess nuanced risk scenarios
*Confident communicator, able to engage effectively with senior stakeholders
*Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
*Experience with conflicts systems and corporate research tools is advantageous
Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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