Senior Innovation & Conflicts Lawyer

Fieldfisher • Belfast, Northern Ireland • Posted July 16, 2026

Position Overview

The Vacancy

We are looking for a senior lawyer (10+ PQE) to join our Risk function in a strategic role focused on conflicts of interest and innovation.

Working closely with the head of conflicts, this role sits at the centre of the firm’s Client and Matter opening processes, working closely with partners and senior stakeholders across the firm. You will advise on complex legal and commercial conflict issues, shape risk decisions on new mandates, and play a leading role in developing how we use technology to improve onboarding and risk management processes.

This is a high-impact position offering a unique combination of technical legal work, commercial decision-making and innovation delivery.

Key responsibilities

Innovation and legal technology

  • Identify opportunities to streamline and improve conflicts workflows, reducing friction while maintaining appropriate controls
  • Work across systems and teams to improve data flow, aut...