Conflicts Associate - UK&I Conflicts Team - Compliance - Risk Management - 12 Month FTC

UK&I Conflicts Team – Compliance - Risk Management – Conflicts Associate

Within the professional services environment, effective risk management is essential for delivering client services successfully and for safeguarding and enhancing our brand reputation. At EY, the Risk Management group is dedicated to promoting, protecting, and supporting risk management throughout the organisation. This group strives to uphold business standards, maintain and strengthen brand value, and ensure compliance with all applicable rules and regulations governing business conduct.

The UK&I Conflicts Team operates as part of the UK&I Risk Management Group, which reports directly to senior management.

The Opportunity

As a Conflicts Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the assessment of whether new and existing engagements present any conflicts of interest, in accordance with professional standards and regulatory requirements, across all practice areas. This assessment considers legal, regulatory, and professional standards - including those from the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, and the Solicitors Regulation Authority - as well as firm policies, reputation considerations, and commercial implications.

Key Responsibilities

Your primary duties will include:

• Managing the UK&I Conflict Team central mailbox, addressing enquiries from partners, employees, and the Global Delivery Service Central Conflicts Team, and efficiently triaging queries to colleagues.
• Reviewing and approving ring-fencing declarations.
• Analysing data contained within the firm's client and engagement management systems.
• Preparing detailed reports for senior stakeholders.
• Maintaining dashboards, recording statistics, and monitoring key performance indicators.
• Assisting with data cleansing initiatives.
• Reviewing and approving internal billing procedures.
• Coordinating and implementing departmental projects and strategic initiatives.

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 in an area of risk management/compliance.

What we offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you will 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 will develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You will 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.

The exceptional EY experience. It is yours to build.

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