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Conflicts Information Specialist
Washington, DC
Job Description
Steptoe LLP is located in the heart of Dupont Circle, is hiring a Conflicts Information Specialist. Responsible for conducting corporate research; completing and analyzing all steps of the conflict check process for new clients and new matters, incoming personnel, incoming attorneys, and incoming lateral partners; and assist with ongoing NBI projects as assigned.
Essential Functions
- Conduct corporate research using available tools and resources.
- Create records in the conflicts database; maintain and update the conflicts database to generate conflict check reports required for opening new clients and new matters.
- Prepare conflict check reports for incoming personnel including partners and laterals.
- Provide support to other department staff for regular operations or special projects, as required.
Non-Essential Functions
- Assist with other departmental duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- A four-year university degree or four years of related experience.
- One (1) year of conflicts experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with corporate research tools and conflicts search databases preferred.
- Experience within a professional services environment.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
Success Factors
- Attention to detail: avoid common and frequent mistakes; complete complex projects and tasks without error.
- Strong communication skills: excellence in both written and oral communications whether in person, on the phone, or via email.
- Initiative and creativity: identify areas for improvement with respect to personal duties as well as areas for improvement within team and department.
- Exceptional organization skills: ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines; ability to organize self and work environment for efficiency and make ready access to critical information.
- Excellent work ethic: ensures that all work is completed on a timely basis, maintains attendance and punctuality at a high level, available for work outside of normal business hours as needed.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: interact professionally with partners and staff at all levels of the organization.
Work Environment
- Available to work from 9:00 - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.
- Must be able to work beyond regular hours.
- Must be able to work under tight deadlines, stressful situations and minimal guidance.
- Hybrid work arrangements are available for this position.
Steptoe LLP is an equal opportunity employer EOE/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, or any basis proscribed by applicable statutes.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
1 to 4 years
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