UK Independence Team - Risk Management - Conflicts Senior Associate - Leeds / Manchester (1464745)

UK Independence Team – Risk Management – Conflicts Senior Associate 

Within the professional services environment, appropriate risk management is fundamental to the successful delivery of our client services and promotion and protection of our brand. Within EY, the Risk Management (RM) group (which covers audit Independence, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, data protection, enterprise and business risk, and other risk and regulatory areas), is responsible for the promotion, protection and support of risk management within the business. The group aims to uphold our business standards, maintain and enhance the value of the brand, and ensure that the firm complies with the rules and regulations imposed on it in relation to the conduct of its business. 
 

The UK Independence Team forms part of the UK&I Risk Management Group (“RM”) which reports directly to senior management

The opportunity

Due to significant planned growth in the business, EY Risk Management is looking to significantly expand its UK Independence Team. A vacancy now exists for a Conflicts Senior Associate within the Conflicts area of the team. 

The primary responsibility of the role is to analyse and make decisions on conflicts and other compliance issues for mandates already undertaken or to be undertaken by the firm.  This is done considering legal, regulatory, professional standards (including International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, and the Solicitors Regulation Authority) and firm requirements, as well as reputational and commercial implications.

This is a permanent, full time position based in Leeds.  

Your key responsibilities

Your day to day role will involve: 

• Supporting the assessment of whether new mandates create a conflict of interest in accordance with professional standards and regulatory obligations, across the full range of practice areas within the firm.
• Supporting the assessment of material changes to existing mandates which may create conflict issues for the firm.
• Working with partners and employees, including Quality teams, within in all Service Lines to obtain details regarding services pertinent to the analysis of conflict issues, including in highly complex transactions and scenarios. 
• Analysing information contained in the firm's client/engagement management systems. 
• Review and approval of ring-fencing/information barrier requirements.
• Managing the Conflict Team’s mailbox, distributing queries to team members, and dealing with queries from partners and employees relating to conflicts of interest.
• Responding to queries raised by the Global Delivery Service conflict checking team.
• Organising and implementing department projects and initiatives.
• Recording and monitoring of conflicts of interest related metrics and key performance indicators.
• Review and approval of internal billing procedures relating to conflicts of interest.

What we look for

We are looking for someone with the following attributes / experience: 

• A self-starter who is highly motivated to learn and develop.
• Strong analytical and interpretation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Adaptable with excellent team working skills.
• Ability to work to pre-determined deadlines and meet objectives under pressure.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• Prior experience analysing and resolving conflicts of interest or background in another area of risk management/compliance.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you’ll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 

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