Overview
Conflicts Supervisor – Legal Jobs in Sandton, South Africa at Ellahi Consulting
DepartmentOffice LocationReports ToWorking Hours
Weekdays 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM + additional hours
CompensationMedical Aid SubsidyCompany Description
The employer is a leading international law firm with a broad practice and deep industry expertise. Operating across multiple jurisdictions in Asia, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the United States, the firm provides business‑oriented legal advice to clients locally and internationally. The firm’s success is driven by its people, with a focus on recruiting and retaining exceptional talent across all regions.
Department
Description
The New Business Conflicts Department is responsible for investigating legal conflicts of interest and firm business issues. Where conflicts or business issues are identified, the department resolves these prior to matter approval by a partner on the Ethics Committee and before a firm matter number is opened.
Role Description
Responsible for the coordination and supervision of the review of research and analysis involved with potential conflicts of interest related to incoming new business to the firm, as well as any other firm initiative. Duly responsible for overseeing, developing, and supervising a team of Researchers, Analysts and Coordinators while carrying out the firm’s short, medium and long term objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the team’s output in the identification of potential conflicts of interest through corporate and conflicts database research of client and matter information.
- Consult the Head of Compliance and Conflicts, the Director of Conflicts, Conflicts Managers – Lateral Partner / Counsel and Attorney / Personnel Conflicts Clearance, members of the Legal Ethics Committee, Conflict Attorney and members of the firm’s management, as necessary, to identify and develop strategies for conducting the initial conflict research toward resolving conflicts of interest and business sensitivity issues.
- Assist incoming and Firm Attorneys in the identification and resolution of conflicts of interest and firm business issues.
- Supervise and coordinate a team consisting of Analyst Assistants, Junior Analysts, Analysts, Senior Analysts and Coordinators.
- Develop, provide oversight and assist with the training and mentoring of new probationary and full‑time team members.
- Coordinate and provide oversight on team assignments and monitor the progress of initial conflicts research as it relates to new firm hires.
- Review overtime and other payroll documentation of team members.
- Prepare annual evaluations of team members.
- Ensure the effective management of the database to enhance database integrity.
Additional
Roles & Responsibilities
Perform additional duties or responsibilities, which fall reasonably within the ambit of the job description, or in accordance with operational requirements.
Person Specification Education
- Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF
4) – Required. - Legal/risk management qualification or tertiary qualification (NQF 7/8) – Required.
Mental & Environmental/Legal Requirements
- Must be able to handle immense pressure, setbacks and a high level of stress.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Must be able to deliver on tasks independently and in accordance with deadlines.
- Must be able to maintain strict adherence to confidentiality policies.
- Must have a clear understanding of the organization.
Experience
- 2 years Conflicts Research & Analysis at an operational level – Required.
- 1 year Conflicts Research & Analysis (as a part of individual Development and Oversight) at supervisory level – Required.
Knowledge & Skills and Competencies
- System skills:
Microsoft Office – Intermediate. - Enhanced legal analytical skills.
- Ability to multi‑task and work well under tight deadlines.
- Strict attention to detail.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a personality to excel and motivate others to succeed.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Title: Conflicts Supervisor – Legal
Company: Ellahi Consulting
Location: Sandton, South Africa
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