Conflicts Client Engagement Specialist

Posted:
10/29/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
District of Columbia, United States ⋅ Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Legal & Compliance

This position is responsible for working closely with the firm's General Counsel, Legal Ethics Committee, firm attorneys, and other levels of firm administration as well as other members of the Conflicts and Compliance Department in connection with the review and drafting of client engagement terms to identify and abide by the policies and procedures set forth by firm management.

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Responsible for review of non-standard engagement letters and client engagement terms to facilitate approval from firm management including the firm's General Counsel and Legal Ethics Committee;
  • Assist manager and supervisor in serving as a key point of contact for client engagement terms and questions for Hogan Lovells attorneys and assistants as well as other business services departments;
  • Assist managers and conflicts analysts in the identification, resolution and clearance of conflicts of interest issues in connection with client engagement terms;
  • Become proficient in understanding and utilization of Conflicts Databases;
  • Assist members of the Conflicts and Compliance Department with conflicts research and analysis, including a wide range of special interest initiatives which may include general administrative duties including proofreading and filing;
  • Other duties as assigned.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.
  • Strict attention to detail.
  • Ability to anticipate and solve procedural problems.
  • Must have strong organizational, analytical and writing skills

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • Bachelor's degree (in an industry-related field preferred).
  • 3E and Intapp experience a plus.
  • At least two to three (2-3) years of legal experience preferred
  • Conflicts analysis and resolution experience or Juris Doctor degree required

General Attributes

  • Works well independently.
  • Good verbal and written communication.
  • Supportive of Firm’s administrative processes and procedures; and department’s processes and procedures.

HOURS

Core hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., including lunch hour.  Must be flexible to work additional hours.

This job description sets forth the authorities and responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined. 

The annualized salary range for this position is $63,000 to $75,000 depending on the candidate's overall experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full time employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. In addition, full time employees as well as some part time employees, will be eligible for the firm’s fringe benefits as they currently exists. Please find out more about our benefit programs here https://www.hoganlovells.com/en/global-careers/careers-in-the-united-states/career-categories/professional-services/roles/benefits  

Hogan Lovells is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

This job description sets forth the responsibilities of this position and may be changed from time to time as shall be determined.

Hogan Lovells is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected Veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Hogan Lovells complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact our Benefits Department at [email protected].