Manager, New Business Clearance

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher, & Flom LLP • New York, NY • 1h ago

We invite you to review our current business services professionals openings to learn about the opportunities available across the firm. About Us Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Skadden) has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. By relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are recognized as a global powerhouse for complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers. The OpportunityThe Manager, New Business Clearanceis responsible for the oversight and administration of the Firm's conflicts of interest processes, ensuring compliance with all relevant ethical and risk management standards. Manages a team of Conflicts Analysts, supervises the preparation and review of conflict reports, and maintains the integrity of the Firm's conflicts database. The Manager serves as a key liaison between attorneys, Firm management and business services professionals, providing guidance on conflict issues and ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism in all conflict-related matters. Supervises and leads a team of Conflicts Analysts, providing ongoing training, goal setting, guidance and regular feedback. Leads a wide variety of departmental projects, from inception through completion, by setting clear objectives, assigning responsibilities and monitoring progress. Assumes a lead role in application testing related to new business intake and conflict system upgrades, coordinates team participation and sets project milestones. Implements and maintains a comprehensive employee training program and manual to ensure team proficiency, continuous learning and development. Serves as the primary point of contact for conflict report-related inquiries from attorneys and employees. Oversees and prepares conflict reports in connection with new business, incoming attorneys, and other initiatives, ensuring accuracy and timeliness through effective team coordination. Utilizes internal and external resources for pertinent information relating to corporate relationships and structures on potential clients and other parties. Communicates effectively with attorneys and business services professionals to gather necessary information for conflicts checks, conflicts review and clarify any discrepancies in the iManage request form. Ensures that all information (e.g., party names, party positions, etc.) entered into the conflicts system is accurate and up to date. Maintains and updates the conflicts of interest database, ensuring data integrity and the removal of duplicate or outdated entries. Oversees the maintenance of the client engagement database, including waivers and engagement letters. Manages the implementation of ethical walls and other risk management protocols as required. Provides coverage for department functions, including after-hours and weekend support as needed, ensuring continuous operation of conflicts resolution processes. Ensures current knowledge of Firm policies and practices, current knowledge of industry trends, and continued professional development for business services professionals. Participates in the interviewing, selection, and training process. Coordinates and oversees department projects, day-to-day operations, and long-range plans. Monitors time, attendance, overtime, and expense reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with Firm policies. Provides coverage for department functions, including after-hours and weekend support as needed, ensuring continuous operation of conflicts resolution proce

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