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Conflicts Manager
Leeds
Hybrid Working
A leading international law firm is looking to appoint a Conflicts Manager to lead a high-performing conflicts function within its wider Risk & Compliance team.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of an established team, manage complex conflicts issues across multiple jurisdictions, and play a visible role in shaping processes, training and service delivery within a global legal business.
The Role
As Conflicts Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of the conflicts team, ensuring the efficient assessment and resolution of conflicts queries while maintaining the highest regulatory and professional standards.
You'll act as a key point of escalation for complex matters, partner closely with senior compliance stakeholders, and drive continuous improvements across systems, processes and team performance.
Leading and developing a team of conflicts professionals
Managing workflow, resource planning and service levels
Advising on complex legal conflicts and information barrier requirements
Escalating high-risk and technically challenging matters where required
Delivering training, coaching and ongoing development across the team
Driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
Building strong relationships with lawyers and business stakeholders across the firm
Supporting strategic Risk & Compliance initiatives and projects
About You?
Previous law firm conflicts experience
Strong knowledge of legal conflicts and the SRA regulatory framework (global experience benefit)
Experience managing or mentoring teams
Excellent stakeholder management skills
The confidence to make risk-based decisions in a fast-paced environment
A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
What's in it for you?
- Fabulous opportunity for internal progression and development
- High-profile leadership position within Risk & Compliance
- Exposure to complex domestic and international matters
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're currently working in legal conflicts, business acceptance, conflicts analysis or legal risk and are looking for a leadership opportunity, this might be right for you…
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