Conflicts Analyst ll
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.
Are you ready to make an impact?
About The Role
The Conflicts group reports to Legal and the process involves 24-7 coverage for the FTI’s world-wide business. The Conflicts Analyst will need to possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this role requires frequent discussions with administrative and client-facing professionals and business personnel at all levels to gather and clarify information and engage in sensitive communications regarding legal and business issues.
Candidates for this role will need to be able to work as a team player, learn quickly, and adapt to new policies and procedures in a busy environment with a high volume of new business matters requiring review, often under time pressure and based on urgent business needs. They must also possess the ability to conduct analysis independently, with limited supervision and guidance, to perform analysis and conflicts checks with efficiency and accuracy as well as to keep confidential any information, observations or viewpoints regarding firm business matters.
The Conflicts Analyst needs to have an attention to detail, with strong organisational, problem-solving, and analytical skills, and have experience working with ingenuity and creativity when obstacles are encountered.
What You’ll Do
The Conflicts Analyst is responsible for:
Working as a collaborative team member as part of the Conflicts group, under the direction of the Manager of Conflicts
Reviewing new business opportunities for the company on an expedited basis to ensure a timely response to company professionals and their clients, in order to determine if a new engagement can be accepted
Handling clearances for a defined portfolio as well as clearances outside of an assigned queue segment where necessary to manage volume and urgent requests
Conducting a timely and accurate review of potential conflict concerns and related new business issues (including legal, relationship and reputational risks)
Verifying completeness and accuracy of new engagement descriptions, applying an analytical approach to identify and spot new issues and concerns, and escalating those matters to the leadership of the Conflicts team and Company professionals where appropriate
Applying company conflict policies and procedures as guiding principles in evaluating, tracking and maintaining records of potential issues with new business opportunities
Communicate timely conflict analysis summaries to internal teams, provide clear and accurate information for client consideration, and facilitate resolution of legal and business issues
Leveraging internal and external databases and other resources to conduct research, such as to obtain information on the nature of an entity or individual’s role in a particular matter, and identifying relevant corporate affiliations
Ensuring confidentiality and non-disclosure of information involved in the conflicts review process (this is vital and a core part of our commitment to professionalism and trust)
Developing an understanding of the company’s expert and business consulting services, and the nature and complexity of company professionals’ work on behalf of clients, in order to best navigate complex business relationships and new business conflict and relationship analysis
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
What You Will Need
Extensive familiarity with the legal field and legal terminology
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills as this role requires frequent discussions with administrative and client-facing professionals to gather and clarify information
Ability to work as a team player, learn quickly, and adapt to new policies and procedures in a busy environment with a high volume of new business matters requiring review, often under time pressure
Ability to conduct analysis independently, conferring with the Conflicts leadership team on complex, difficult or new issues as needed
Experience in working with ingenuity and creativity when obstacles are encountered
Attention to detail, with strong organisational and analytical skills
Ability to provide occasional weekend support on a rotating (on-call) basis, given that the Conflicts Management process involves 24-7 coverage for the Company’s world-wide business
Computer proficiency and an ability to pick up new systems and software quickly
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related business field
2+ years of experience as an analyst in a conflicts or new business intake function within a law, auditing, financial, or consulting fi
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience using IntApp, Salesforce and Elite
Working knowledge of public company SEC filings, corporate family tree information, and other publicly available information that may assist in reviewing client and other party relationships
Working knowledge of engagement letters/contractual agreements, waiver language, external support guidelines, and terms & conditions of engagements
Broad knowledge of principles, practices and procedures related to conflicts of interest and the legal field
Total Wellbeing
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in-office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications
