At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to resolve conflicts and improve processes in a dynamic legal environment.
- Company: Join a prestigious law firm with a focus on Risk & Compliance.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for internal progression.
- Other info: Work on complex international matters and drive continuous improvements.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a high-profile leadership role while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in law firm conflicts and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
As Conflicts Manager, you'll oversee the day‑to‑day running of the conflicts team, ensuring the efficient assessment and resolution of conflicts queries while maintaining the highest regulatory and professional standards. You'll act as a key point of escalation for complex matters, partner closely with senior compliance stakeholders, and drive continuous improvements across systems, processes and team performance.
- Leading and developing a team of conflicts professionals
- Managing workflow, resource planning and service levels
- Advising on complex legal conflicts and information barrier requirements
- Escalating high‑risk and technically challenging matters where required
- Delivering training, coaching and ongoing development across the team
- Driving process improvements and operational efficiencies
- Building strong relationships with lawyers and business stakeholders across the firm
- Supporting strategic Risk & Compliance initiatives and projects
About You
- Previous law firm conflicts experience
- Strong knowledge of legal conflicts and the SRA regulatory framework (global experience benefit)
- Experience managing or mentoring teams
- Excellent stakeholder management skills
- The confidence to make risk‑based decisions in a fast‑paced environment
- A proactive approach to problem solving and process improvement
Benefits
- Fabulous opportunity for internal progression and development
- High‑profile leadership position within Risk & Compliance
- Exposure to complex domestic and international matters
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Conflicts Manager in Leeds employer: Yorkshire Pie Company
As a Conflicts Manager at our Leeds office, you'll be part of a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. We offer hybrid working arrangements, competitive salaries, and a clear pathway for internal progression, allowing you to thrive in a high-profile leadership role while engaging with complex legal matters and building strong relationships across the firm.
