Business Intake Specialist; Compliance -Walls

Business Intake Specialist (Compliance – Walls)

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About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we don’t just meet the standard for legal excellence — we set it. Our culture is built on teamwork, ingenuity and an unwavering commitment to continuous growth. We tackle the most sophisticated legal challenges with bold ideas and innovative solutions, powered by the exceptional experience and ambition of our 7,000+ people, including 4,000+ attorneys, across 22 offices worldwide.

Our dedicated professionals share our lawyers’ commitment to excellence and show up each day to do meaningful work that helps drive global business, investment and innovation forward.

• Ethical Wall Management: Establish, maintain, audit, and disable ethical walls using Intapp’s Wall Builder application to ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Conflict & Risk Analysis: Review conflict analyses, retention letters, and waivers to determine appropriate screening requirements.
• Clear Communication: Draft and circulate screening memoranda and respond to inquiries from attorneys, Risk Management leadership, and the Office of the General Counsel with accuracy and professionalism.
• Policy
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner directly with the Office of the General Counsel to help establish and refine screening policies and procedures.
• Issue Resolution: Work with attorneys and Information Technology (IT) teams to investigate and resolve timekeeper file or document access issues.
• Subject Matter Expertise: Develop deep knowledge of screening requirements, ethical wall standards, and Firm policies.
• Process Improvement: Contribute to enhancements in processes, procedures, and technology to reduce risk and improve efficiency.
• Cross-Team Support: Collaborate with global Business Intake and Conflicts teams to address time‑sensitive matters and ad‑hoc ethical wall questions.
• Operational Support: Assist department leadership with special projects and evolving business needs.
• Availability & Responsiveness: Provide support for urgent and confidential matters, including evenings and weekends, and recognize when additional hours are needed to meet department goals.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience: Approximately five years of related experience, including conflicts searching or similar risk/compliance work.
• Legal Industry Insight: Knowledge of the legal industry and law firm operations is preferred.
• Analytical Strength: Ability to evaluate complex and sometimes competing information, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy and consistency when handling confidential and sensitive information.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, service‑oriented approach.
• Judgment & Discretion: Sound decision‑making skills and the ability to handle confidential matters with care.
• Collaboration & Flexibility: A team‑oriented mindset and the ability to perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment.

If you’re motivated by meaningful work that safeguards client relationships and supports attorneys at the highest level, and you enjoy applying critical thinking to complex compliance challenges, we’d love to hear from you.

The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position in each of the below locations. This range may differ based on your geographic location and cost of living considerations. At Kirkland & Ellis, we consider compensation more than just a base salary. We offer an exceptional range of flexible benefits including comprehensive healthcare, paid time off, and retirement.

We also offer personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work.

• Bay Area: $107,000 - $117,000
• Los Angeles: $94,000 - $104,000

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