Analyst - Legal and Risk - Business Acceptance

This firm is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Analyst to join the Legal & Risk team. This position reports directly to the Senior Lawyer, Legal & Risk, and plays a critical role in supporting the firm's risk management, compliance, and business acceptance functions. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with sound analytical skills and a keen interest in legal and regulatory frameworks.

Client Details

This role is with a leading global law firm with offices across 30+ countries. They're most well known for handling complex deals for major corporate and financial services companies. This role is based in their NYC location.

Description

• Conduct conflicts of interest analysis for new business using the firm's conflict checking system (Intapp Conflicts), identifying and escalating potential legal or commercial conflicts to senior team members and stakeholders.
• Set up and manage information barriers (ethical walls) to safeguard confidential client information and ensure compliance with legal obligations.
• Perform client due diligence (CDD) and anti-money laundering (AML) checks for new clients, including enhanced diligence where required, and limited diligence on counterparties as appropriate.
• Review and clear new matter intake forms for accuracy and compliance with firm policies.
• Provide support and guidance to lawyers on new client onboarding procedures, client identification requirements, AML queries, sanctions screening, and reputational risk concerns, in collaboration with Financial Crime lawyers.
• Offer advice on client engagement terms in line with the firm's policies and best practices.
• Contribute to Legal & Risk knowledge sharing initiatives and support various departmental projects as needed.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in law, business, compliance, or a related field; legal or paralegal training a plus.
• 1-3 years of experience in a law firm, professional services firm, or corporate legal/risk environment preferred.
• Familiarity with conflict checking systems (especially Intapp), client due diligence, and AML processes is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex information and identify potential issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive or confidential information.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Job Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience ($110,000-115,000 annually)
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and paid time off
• Opportunity for career advancement and mentorship within a large, global firm

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