Senior Conflicts Officer 
Bristol or Manchester
Hybrid Working

I'm currently working with a fabulous leading UK Law firm looking to expand their Conflicts function. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned Conflicts expert (5+ years’ experience) to join a firm that is well and truly investing in their compliance function.

With a goal to expand the function over the next 12-18 months there's a great opportunity for progression and development, and having a key hand in shaping the future of the conflicts function

The Role

As a Senior Conflicts Officer, you will play a critical role in managing complex conflict checks and regulatory compliance across a broad range of practice areas. You’ll support fee earners and partners on high-value, multi-jurisdictional matters, providing timely, commercial advice that ensures best-in-class client service while protecting the firm’s reputation.

Key responsibilities include:

•  Reviewing new client and matter intake for conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and risk.
•  Analysing complex conflict scenarios and escalating where appropriate.
•  Advising stakeholders on risk management and regulatory compliance.
•  Contributing to the development of internal policies and training.
•  Acting as a trusted mentor to junior team members.

About You?
️ Minimum 5 years’ experience in conflicts, within a UK or international law firm.
️ Strong working knowledge of SRA rules, professional conduct, and guidelines.
️ Exceptional analytical skills with a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset.
️ Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
️ Enjoys working in a collaborative, supportive environment with scope for growth and progression.

What's in it for you?

•  Genuine work-life balance with flexible/hybrid working.
•  Clear routes for career progression and professional development.
•  Inclusive, supportive culture with wellbeing at its core.
•  Competitive salary and market-leading benefits package.

Interested?

Know someone who could be great?

I'm interested speaking with brilliant legal compliance professionals specifically focused in conflicts.

Reach out let's have a chat - Lauren.Eager@QEDLegal.com