Risk Analyst (Conflicts) - 12 months fixed term role
UK Visa Sponsorship Analytics
Analytics are greyed out due to low classification confidence (47.0%).
Occupation TypeManagement consultants and business analysts
Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled
Sponsorship Salary Threshold
£50,200
(£25.74 per hour)
Occupation rate applies
Above analytics are generated algorithmically based on job titles and may not always be the same as the company's job classification. You can also check detailed occupation eligibility, and salary criteria on our UK Visa Eligible Occupations & Salary Thresholds page.
Disclaimer: Hunt UK Visa Sponsors aggregates job listings from publicly available sources, such as search engines, to assist with your job hunting. We do not claim affiliation with Dentons. For the most up-to-date job details, please visit the official website by clicking "Apply Now."
Description
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.
Role
The purpose of this role is to support the business in assessing new requests (being new clients and/or new business with existing clients) from a conflict and compliance point of view using Dentons' and third-party research databases.
Accountabilities And Responsibilities
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.
Role
The purpose of this role is to support the business in assessing new requests (being new clients and/or new business with existing clients) from a conflict and compliance point of view using Dentons' and third-party research databases.
Accountabilities And Responsibilities
- Review intake requests to ensure completeness and accuracy of client and matter information
- Conduct internal and external conflicts checks, including analysis via Dentons' conflicts database and external databases
- Investigate corporate structures and management profiles to support conflict and AML analysis
- Identify and escalate potential legal, commercial, sanctions, or reputational conflicts in line with firm policies
- Coordinate with Global Dentons offices to obtain conflict clearances
- Support AML refresh processes for existing clients and monitor high-risk clients in line with a risk-based approach
- Assist in reviewing engagement letters, outside counsel guidelines, and confidentiality terms
- Maintain accurate records and ensure data is entered and managed in accordance with firm policies
- Bachelor's degree required (legal education preferred)
- Fluency in English (C1 or higher) is essential due to international communication
- Prior experience with conflicts analysis and confidentiality issues in an international law firm is preferred
- Ability to comprehend the commercial concerns arising from the underlying advice provided by a global law firm;
- Methodical and organized approach to work and strong prioritization skills, with ability to work efficiently under pressure, priorities and deliver work to a consistently high standard and to deadlines;
- Ability to make decisions and remain calm while under pressure, particularly when dealing with challenging situations;
- Familiarity with Intapp Open or similar intake/conflict systems is an advantage
- Excellent analytical, research, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail
- Organized, methodical approach with the ability to prioritize and perform under pressure
- Strong client service mindset, professionalism, and ability to work in a global, multicultural environment
Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience and competencies.