Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is a leading national law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy, and advisory needs of Canada’s most dynamic business sectors. They are currently seeking a Conflicts Specialist to join their Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice, responsible for conducting conflict searches, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with internal policies.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing daily conflict search requests and ensuring efficient workflow within the conflicts searching team and timely responses
- Conducting conflict of interest searches using firm systems (Intapp Conflicts) and internal/external databases
- Constructing search parameters and rules parameters for more efficient searching
- Escalating conflict reports for review by the General Counsel’s Office where appropriate
- Establishing and maintaining ethical screens/confidentiality walls when required
- Responding to internal inquiries related to conflicts, file opening, and risk protocols
- Ensuring compliance with internal policies, professional conduct rules, and regulatory obligations
- Opening and maintaining client files
Skills
- Post-secondary diploma or equivalent experience in a legal, accounting, or professional services environment
- 1–3 years of relevant experience in a conflicts, intake, risk management, and/or project management role (legal industry experience preferred)
- Experience with systems such as Intapp Conflicts and Intapp Intake considered an asset
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills
- Independent worker with sound judgment and ability to problem solve
- High attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
- Competitive compensation + Extended Health & Dental Care.
- Diversity and Inclusion Centric Culture.
- A Culture of Wellness: Cassels recognizes the importance of wellness and provides a comprehensive program that addresses the mental and physical well-being of our employees by providing resources, services, training and support on an ongoing basis.
- A fully stocked kitchen with healthy snacks, plus coffee, tea, and drinks throughout the year.
- A business casual dress code (client/day specific).
- Employee referral bonus.
- A hybrid work environment.
Company Overview
Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP is a Canadian law firm focused on serving the transaction, advocacy, and advisory needs of the country’s most dynamic business sectors. It was founded in 1888, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.cassels.com.