Reviews new business intake for conflicts of interest, sanctions, AML, reputational, and professional-regulatory risks. Conducts internal and external database checks, researches corporate structures, coordinates clearances across global offices, supports client onboarding and monitoring, reviews engagement documentation, maintains records, and implements information barriers. The role also serves as a point of contact for international new business intake matters and supports policy, process, and training initiatives.
Dentons is designed to be different. We are driven to always be the firm of the future, to challenge the status quo, and to provide holistic business solutions to our clients in new and innovative ways. We are the lightbulb moments. The bold ideas. We are the world's largest global law firm, with 12,000+ people across 80+ countries. Driven by the diverse perspectives of our people, our clients, and our communities, we combine local knowledge with global insight.
At Dentons we are committed to excellence in supporting legal professionals with cutting-edge solutions. Our dynamic and diverse team collaborates seamlessly to provide a wide range of services, including finance, IT, human resources, marketing, and more. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability.
Job purposeAs a Conflicts Analyst you will support the business in assessing new requests (being new clients and/or new business with existing clients) from a conflict and professional regulations point of view using Dentons’ and third-party research databases.
Key responsibilities- Review intake requests to ensure completeness and accuracy of client and matter information
- Conduct internal and external conflicts checks, including analysis via Dentons' internal conflicts and external databases
- Investigate corporate structures and management profiles to support conflict, sanctions and/or AML analysis
- Identify and escalate potential legal, commercial, sanctions, or reputational conflicts in line with firm policies
- Coordinate with Dentons offices (within Europe region and globally) to seek relevant clearances
- Complete new client onboarding, or ongoing monitoring refreshes, concerning mandates which are not regulated by AML legislation or regulation
- Assist in reviewing engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, and confidentiality terms (where applicable)
- Maintain accurate records and ensure data is entered and managed in accordance with firm policies
- Identify and resolve confidential information issues by implementing information barriers and document security processes
- Coordinate with other team members to meet deadlines and resolve other challenges
- Be a point of contact for others within Europe and Global Regions regarding new business intake matters
- Coordinate with sub-teams within Europe New Business Intake to ensure appropriate assessment is undertaken
- Ensure all new business intake submissions are reviewed and processed in line with regional and global policies of the firm
- Support in the application of regional frameworks and requirements
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification in any discipline; a background in law, compliance, finance, or a related field is an advantage but is not required
- At least one year of experience performing conflict of interest, risk and compliance reviews within an international law firm
- Familiarity with IntappOpen is preferred
- Fluency in English (C1 or higher) is essential due to the international nature of the role
- Strong research, analytical, and written communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and concisely
- Attention to detail and an organised approach to managing workload and administration
- Openness to learning, intellectual curiosity, and a flexible, team-oriented attitude
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities effectively
- Commitment to high-quality client service, professionalism, and acting as an ambassador for the team
- Ability to thrive in an international, multicultural team environment
- A personal development plan will be agreed as needed, aligned with evolving regulatory and process requirements
- Attendance at internal training, including webinars, workshops, and workgroups, as well as selected external seminars and training events as required
- Continuous on-the-job development through active involvement in projects, process enhancement initiatives, knowledge-sharing activities, and the delivery or support of team training and awareness programmes.
- Ongoing enhancement of technical, regulatory, and professional competencies to support individual performance, career development, and the broader objectives of the NBI function.
Benefits
Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience and competencies.
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