The Legal Operations Assistant at Secretariat plays a pivotal role in supporting the Legal Operations team by processing new matter information, conducting conflict and corporate research, analyzing potential issues, maintaining compliance documentation, and assisting in the resolution and escalation of conflicts. This position is based in London and involves regular collaboration with colleagues across the company's international offices.

Key responsibilities include processing incoming conflict check request forms, communicating with managing directors and staff to gather necessary information, conducting comprehensive conflict checks for new and existing clients, verifying the completeness and accuracy of conflict searches, reviewing and evaluating conflict search results, tracking compliance documentation, maintaining confidentiality of sensitive client information, auditing closed searches, supporting ongoing improvements to conflicts and intake processes, and assisting with project requests as assigned.

The ideal candidate should have relevant education, training, or professional experience in a legal, compliance, or professional-services environment. A degree or paralegal qualification is desirable but not essential. One to two years of relevant experience in conflicts, business acceptance, risk and compliance, client onboarding, legal operations, or as a paralegal or legal assistant within a law firm or other professional-services environment is preferred. Proficiency in legal research, database management, legal terminology, Microsoft Excel, and excellent analytical and communication skills are essential.

While specific compensation details are not provided, Secretariat offers a collaborative culture with opportunities for professional development, recognition, and diversity. Employees are encouraged to contribute their individual talents and ideas to strengthen the team, brand, and services.

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. Joining Secretariat means becoming part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers, working with renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.