20 August 2026
Key requirements
Law degree/LPC Understanding of US conflicts rules and their application Work experience in a professional services environment in this field for at least a year (or demonstrable competencies) Understanding of the legal and professional regime applying to conflicts of interest and confidential information
The role
This role is for a Conflicts Lawyer with 1+ years of experience at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in London. The lawyer will work within the New Business & Enterprise Risk (NB&ER) team, focusing on identifying and resolving legal and commercial conflicts of interest for new clients and matters, primarily within the Litigation and Regulatory practice areas.
What you'll do
- Manage conflict checks on every new matter globally to identify and resolve legal and commercial conflicts of interest
- Apply US rules to identify conflict of interests
- Draft conflict waivers in accordance with US conflict rules
- Consult with and advise Conflicts Analysts and foreign-qualified lawyers on legal and ethical questions under US law as needed
- Serve as an escalation point for more complex clearances
- Review every new client and matter opportunity through analysis of internal and external information sources
- Advise partners globally in relation to conflicts and information barrier management
- Understand and identify wider risks including reputational, sanctions, financial crime and commercial conflict issues through Matter Risk Assessment
- Advise partners and lawyers regarding conflict check results, processes and policies
- Liaise with the Financial Crime team on the Matter Risk Assessment
- Actively contribute to the building of an effective and mutually supportive conflicts team globally
- Influence the design and optimisation of conflicts and information barrier management technology and projects
What we're looking for
Law degree/LPC
Understanding of US conflicts rules and their application
Work experience in a professional services environment in this field for at least a year (or demonstrable competencies)
Understanding of the legal and professional regime applying to conflicts of interest and confidential information
Strong research and analytical skills
Excellent commercial awareness
Ability to prioritise workloads
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work autonomously, escalate and prioritise multiple tasks
Clear verbal, written and face to face communication skills with staff at every level
Knowledge of Microsoft programs and research resources
Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines
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Conflicts Lawyer
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer · London
London