Business Intake Specialist (Ethical Walls)

About Kirkland & Ellis


At Kirkland & Ellis, we don't just meet the standard for legal excellence - we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 24 offices worldwide. Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers' commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.


What You'll Do


Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-driven environment and enjoys helping attorneys navigate risk and compliance with confidence? As a Business Intake Specialist, you'll play a critical role within the Business Intake & Conflicts Department, supporting attorneys and firm leadership through the intake, screening, and ethical wall processes that protect client and Firm interests.

Working closely with the Business Intake Manager, Risk Management leadership, attorneys, and the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), you'll help identify potential conflicts of interest, assess risk, and ensure new and ongoing matters meet Firm policies and business requirements. This is a highly collaborative role that calls for sound judgment, discretion, and a strong service mindset. Training is provided to support your success.

• Ethical Wall Management: Establish, maintain, audit, and disable ethical walls using Intapp's WallBuilder application to ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Conflict & Risk Analysis: Review conflict analyses, retention letters, and waivers to determine appropriate screening requirements.
• Clear Communication: Draft and circulate screening memoranda and respond to inquiries from attorneys, Risk Management leadership, and the Office of the General Counsel with accuracy and professionalism.
• Policy Collaboration: Partner directly with the Office of the General Counsel to help establish and refine screening policies and procedures.
• Issue Resolution: Work with attorneys and Information Technology (IT) teams to investigate and resolve timekeeper file or document access issues.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Develop deep knowledge of screening requirements, ethical wall standards, and Firm policies.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to enhancements in processes, procedures, and technology to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Cross-Team Support: Collaborate with global Business Intake and Conflicts teams to address time-sensitive matters and ad hoc ethical wall questions.
• Operational Support: Assist department leadership with special projects and evolving business needs.
• Availability & Responsiveness: Provide support for urgent and confidential matters, including evenings and weekends, and recognize when additional hours are needed to meet department goals.

What You'll Bring

• Education: Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Approximately five years of related experience, including conflicts searching or similar risk/compliance work.
• Legal Industry Insight: Knowledge of the legal industry and law firm operations is preferred.
• Analytical Strength: Ability to evaluate complex and sometimes competing information, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy and consistency when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, service-oriented approach.
• Judgment & Discretion: Sound decision-making skills and the ability to handle confidential matters with care.
• Collaboration & Flexibility: A team-oriented mindset and the ability to perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment.

Compensation


The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in each of the below locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement. We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

Compensation Range:

Chicago: $88,000 - $109,000

Los Angeles: $88,000 - $120,000

NYC: $88,000 - $120,000

Boston: $88,000 - $120,000

Washington D.C.: $88,000 - $120,000


How to Apply


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Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others at Kirkland.


Equal Employment Opportunity


The Firm will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records and criminal histories consistent with local laws.

All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee's race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or childbirth, personal appearance, family responsibilities, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, political affiliation, source of income, place of residence, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, physical or mental disability, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.