Conflicts Analyst

Conflicts Analyst

Faegre Drinker has an opportunity for a Conflicts Analyst to work with our Client Intake team in our Minneapolis or Denver offices. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to identifying possible ethical and business-related conflicts of interest prior to the firm taking on new matters for prospective clients. This position will work with other talented individuals who share a passion for doing great work in the best interest of our clients. The ideal work hours for this candidate will be 9:30am – 6pm CT (Minneapolis) or 9:30am – 6:00pm MT (Denver).

What you would do:

• Conduct conflicts searches using the firm's conflicts database and analyze the resulting information
• Perform comprehensive corporate research using the firm's commercial data providers and external sources
• Identify potential issues and provide a concise and complete summary of findings to the appropriate firm personnel
• Serve as a resource to firm attorneys and administrative personnel on conflicts issues
• Review new business intake forms to ensure all information and approvals have been evaluated before a new firm matter is created
• Provide customer service to attorneys and legal assistants regarding the conflict's clearance and new business intake processes
• Responsible for special projects and other duties, as assigned

What is Expected:

• Ability to problem-solve
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively in a virtual environment (e.g., via phone, web/videoconference)
• Ability to concentrate on tasks, make decisions and work calmly and effectively in a high-pressure, deadline-orientated environment
• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment in taking initiative while asking for direction or clarification and consulting others, as appropriate
• Willingness to be flexible with time and adjust to a changing work environment
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships, both internally and externally, while maintaining a client service orientation
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in dealing with highly confidential information
• Ability to take direction and accept supervision
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, organize and accurately prioritize work, be detail-oriented, understand when urgency is required and use good judgment in varied situations
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers in a team-oriented, collaborative environment

What we offer:

• Paid time for firm-sponsored volunteer events
• Wellness programming with personalized content and activities
• Professional environment and the opportunity to work with experts at the top of their fields
• Variety of health plan options, as well as dental, vision and 401(k) plans
• Generous paid time off
• Hybrid Work Arrangement

The anticipated initial hourly rate for someone who is hired into this position is $31.00-35.00/hour based on a 37.5 hour a week schedule.

Actual initial hourly rate may be above or below the above-identified range and will be based on the relevant skills, training, experience, and other job-related factors, including the location where the position is filled, in all cases consistent with applicable law. This is a non-exempt role paid on an hourly basis. The initial hourly rate listed above is just one component of Faegre Drinker's total compensation and benefits package for professional staff, which includes, but is not limited to, a discretionary bonus; life, health, accident, and disability insurance; and a 401(k) plan.

Applications Deadline: on or before June 12, 2026

What is required:

• Bachelor's Degree required
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and other Windows-based platforms required
• Minimum one (1) year of experience working within a law firm or corporate office environment strongly preferred
• Previous analytical research and reporting experience preferred
• Experience and working knowledge of database systems is a plus