Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes), one of Canada’s largest and most successful law firms, is currently looking for a Risk Analyst to join the General Counsel's Office in the Toronto office.

The preferred hours of work for this position are 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST), with periodic overtime, as required.

Primary responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Generating conflict searches and setting up ethical screens in support of the Firm’s risk management strategies

Applying sound judgement to ensure effective review of conflicts and screen requirements, and knowing when to escale issues

Conducting conflict of interest searches according to the Firm’s defined procedures, using the Firm’s conflict and business intake software, Intapp Open

Conducting corporate research, defining appropriate search parameters, searching multiple databases to identify potential conflicts of interest and other risk issues such as sanctions, and preparing and curating conflict reports for the Firm’s lawyers to review

Ensuring all relevant matter information is captured, recorded and maintained in the Firm’s databases, in accordance with defined policies and procedures

Acting as a point of contact when ethical screens should be created, updated or dismantled, using the Firm’s ethical screen software, Intapp Walls

Drafting and distributing screen memoranda to lawyers and their assistants

Generating reports relating to ethical screens, including billing and timekeeper reports

Providing coaching and assistance to legal assistants as needed to ensure compliance with matter opening and screen policies

Participating in ensuring policies,



procedures and database structures are continuously reviewed and modified to meet changing requirements; the scope of initiatives can range from day-to-day small continuous improvements to the development of new tracking and reporting systems

Supporting key projects and initiatives undertaken by the General Counsel’s Office as required to manage the Firm’s risk, as well as participating in all required clerical and administrative needs for effective functioning of the office

Performing other duties and work with other departments such as IT and Finance in order to complete projects, as assigned

Qualifications
Education/Experience:

One to three years of professional work experience in a law firm preferred

Skills/Abilities:

Strong research and analytical experience

Experience with Intapp Walls is considered an asset but not required

Strong computer skills and demonstrated ability to adapt to new technologies

Strong attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Customer-service attitude with the ability to handle challenges with tact and diplomacy

Impeccable organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task

Sound judgement and decision-making abilities that can be relied on by all levels of management

Positive,



professional disposition and flexibility to handle regular interruptions and unexpected changes to workflow

Team player who is willing to assist peers as needed, troubleshoot problems and participate in developing solutions

Compensation
The anticipated annual salary for the Risk Analyst is $60,000 - $75,000. Salary levels will be determined commensurate with internal and market equity and experience.

Blakes wishes to thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Other Relevant Application Information
Blakes welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. The Firm is committed to maintaining an inclusive work environment composed of people with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, identities and cultures. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities and in respect of other protected grounds during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation.

While our experienced team will select and interview successful candidates, Blakes may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to assist with shortlisting, screening and evaluating applications.

Who We Are
At Blakes, we care about our people. We are committed to providing exceptional experiences for our clients and employees. As a winner of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and Greater Toronto’s Top Employers awards, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive workplace setting that brings out the best in each person. Our success as a firm starts with hiring top talent, retaining our people and helping them thrive.

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📌 Risk Analyst (Ontario)
🏢 Blake, Cassels & Graydon
📍 Ontario