Head of Conflicts – London, Leeds or Manchester

CompanyAddleshaw Goddard

LocationLondon Area, United Kingdom

Posted At12/2/2025

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Description

Due to the continued growth and success of the Firm, we're looking for a dynamic Head of Conflicts to join our Office of the General Counsel (OGC) Directorate. You'll lead a talented team of over 30 lawyers and analysts, playing a pivotal role in ensuring robust compliance, effective risk management, and best-in-class client onboarding across our UK and international offices.

What You'll Do:

Lead and develop the Conflicts team, overseeing all aspects of conflict searches, analysis, and resolution.
Provide expert advice on conflicts of interest, regulatory and commercial conflicts, and client confidentiality.
Implement and enhance policies, procedures, and training across the conflicts function.
Drive technology adoption (including AI) to streamline conflict identification and resolution.
Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver agile, client-focused onboarding solutions.
Oversee complex conflict referrals, acting as a senior decision-maker on high-level issues.
Support global audit processes and contribute to the leadership of the Firm’s Onboarding function.

Who We're Looking For:

Proven leader with deep knowledge of the SRA Code of Conduct and conflicts management.
Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and decision-making skills.
Excellent communicator, able to influence and build relationships at all levels.
Resilient, assertive, and proactive in driving quality and innovation.
Tech-savvy, with experience in onboarding systems and a passion for process improvement.

Why Choose Us?

Addleshaw Goddard is a place where you are not just valued but encouraged to reach your full potential. Our culture promotes improvement, growth, and collaboration, making us the natural choice for top-tier clients. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.

Interested? If this role sounds like your next career step, we'd love to hear from you. Click the Apply button to view the full role profile on our website and start your application!