Junior Conflicts Officer Manchester
Hybrid Working
I'm currently working with a leading UK Law firm looking to expand their Conflicts function. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone comfortable with conflicts, who can hit the ground running to join a collaborative and supportive team at a firm renowned for its progressive culture and genuine work-life balance.
The Role
As a Junior Conflicts Officer, you will play a critical role in running conflict checks and supporting with regulatory compliance across a broad range of practice areas. You’ll support fee earners and partners on multi-jurisdictional matters, providing timely, commercial advice that ensures best-in-class client service while protecting the firm’s reputation.
- Reviewing new client and matter intake for conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and risk.
- Analysing complex conflict scenarios and escalating where appropriate.
- Advising stakeholders on risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Contributing to the development of internal policies and training.
- Acting as a trusted mentor to junior team members.
About You? ️ Minimum 2 years’ experience in conflicts, within a UK or international law firm.
️ Strong working knowledge of SRA rules, professional conduct, and guidelines.
️ Exceptional analytical skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset.
️ Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
️ Enjoys working in a collaborative, supportive environment with scope for growth and progression.
What's in it for you?- Genuine work-life balance with flexible/hybrid working.
- Clear routes for career progression and professional development.
- Inclusive, supportive culture with wellbeing at its core.
- Competitive salary and market-leading benefits package.
Interested?
Know someone who could be great?
I'm interested speaking with brilliant legal compliance professionals specifically focused in conflicts.
Reach out let's have a chat - Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com