Job Title: Business Specialist - Conflict Checks

Location: Tampa, FL (Hybrid or Onsite)

Employment Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire / Direct Hire (based on client needs)

About the Opportunity

Our recruiting agency is partnering with a respected professional services organization to identify a Business Specialist - Conflict Checks. This role is ideal for a detail-driven professional with experience conducting conflict-of-interest checks and supporting compliance or risk-related functions. The position supports critical business and client?intake processes and requires discretion, accuracy, and strong analytical judgement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive conflict-of-interest checks for new clients, matters, lateral hires, and business initiatives
• Research corporate entities, affiliates, ownership structures, and related parties to identify potential conflicts
• Accurately document findings within conflict-check and client-intake systems
• Escalate and communicate potential conflicts to appropriate stakeholders in a clear and timely manner
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and operations teams to resolve issues
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Assist with continuous improvement of conflict-check processes and documentation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Legal Studies, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
• 2+ years of experience performing conflict checks, compliance reviews, or risk research
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
• Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills
• Proficiency with database systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Experience

• Background in a law firm, professional services firm, or corporate compliance environment
• Experience working with legal conflict or client-intake systems
• Familiarity with conflicts-of-interest rules and ethics guidelines

Why Work With Us

• Access to exclusive opportunities with well?established organizations
• Dedicated recruiter support throughout the hiring process
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market demand
• Potential for long-term placement and career growth

Next Steps

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume. A recruiter will contact selected applicants to discuss the role and client details confidentially.

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Jessica Prado