Competitive Intelligence Research Librarian - Nixon Peabody
The Competitive Intelligence Research Librarian is responsible for conducting targeted research and analysis on companies, industries, practice areas, geographic markets, and competitors, using a variety of online research tools to identify emerging issues and trends and prepare insightful and highly actionable intelligence. A hybrid work schedule is available for this position.
Location: Albany, NY; Boston, MA; Buffalo, NY; Chicago, IL; Los Angeles, CA; Manchester, NH; Melville, NY; New York City, NY; Providence, RI; Rochester, NY; San Francisco, CA; Washington, DC. See full add for salary ranges by location.
Job Description:
Develop and conduct company, industry, and other research to support firm wide strategic initiatives.
Collaborate with other team members with respect to larger and more complex assignments.
Gather, synthesize, and summarize relevant, insightful, well-targeted research about prospects, clients, and industries to attorneys, firm leaders, and marketing staff to facilitate decision making and business planning.
Monitor industry trends and client news and disseminate alerts and curated newsletters to appropriate groups and individuals.
Research marketplace trends, competitor activities, and hot topics for business development assessments and marketing events.
Provide in-depth client research to advance cross-selling and client feedback programs, working closely with marketing staff.
Conduct highly confidential research for firm leaders to support lateral hiring, firm growth opportunities, and other initiatives.
Actively liaise and communicate with practice groups and industry teams to develop subject knowledge and form collaborative relationships.
As part of the Library & Research Services team, collaborate and coordinate with library staff in other locations to provide seamless research service for attorneys across the firm, including evening and weekend coverage on an as needed basis.
Engage in innovation and Library outreach, including evaluation of new information resources and relevant technology.
May assist in the delivery of research training programs for attorneys and staff through a variety of formats including in person one-on-one sessions, departmental meetings, and web-enabled training.
Participate in expanding and/or improving research and information services, procedures, and practices. Take part in special projects as requested by the Director of Library & Research Services.
Remain current in research techniques and available resources relevant to providing high quality research and information services. Continue professional development through various firm and association sponsored activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential job responsibility listed above, satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. Nixon Peabody retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the skills and abilities required.
4-7 years of relevant experience in a corporate, financial, consulting, or legal setting conducting complex research.
Master of Library Science or Juris Doctor degree required. Work experience in lieu of a degree will be considered.
Solid proficiency in the use of both print and online resources.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Independently manages multiple projects and negotiates deadlines if necessary.
Demonstrated ability to provide superior client service.
Dynamic self-starter with a high level of energy and enthusiasm.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within and across departments.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
Excellent technology skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines.
Successful candidate will bring energy, creativity, and initiative.
The Marketing Department of Arnold & Porter has an opening for a Marketing Technology Analyst. This role can be located in the Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley or Washington, DC office or can work 100% virtual/remote in a firm approved U.S. state as part of the “Gideon” office. The Marketing Technology Analyst is instrumental in the continued success of the Marketing Department’s key experience/knowledge management software platform, Litera’s Foundation Firm Intelligence Software. Continually motivating the team to use Foundation to improve how we work, the Analyst is responsible for gathering feedback from users, assessing data quality, and planning improvements that address the needs of constituents across the firm, including lawyers, Marketing, IT, Finance, Practice Management, Compliance, Matter Intake, Business Development, and Recruiting.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Serving as the firm’s top expert in Foundation’s front-end interface and back-end configuration while serving as the Foundation advocate within the firm to encourage maximum adoption.
Working with the Director of Business Development to continually look for opportunities to expand ways for the team to use the firm’s industry-leading experience database platform.
Working with the team to optimally use existing data types as well identify new data types that could be integrated from firm and third-party sources with the goal of improving the operations and work product of the Marketing Department.
Working with the team to create and improve reporting processes and reports that provide value added resources for practice groups as well as insights that can lead to improvements by the team.
Engaging with users on their use of Foundation and what functions, processes, and data would make the tool even more useful. As part of such efforts, survey the Marketing team and other personnel as part of a user feedback process that leads to more effective and efficient use of Foundation.
Exploring new ways for the firm to get full value from the experience database platform, including use by departments outside of Marketing.
Developing and making recommendations on configuration options, workflows, processes, and fields on the platform.
Creating effective communications including documentation for various stakeholders on the use of experience resources and other data types in Foundation.
Preparing experience data and other types of data, including addressing data quality issues, for migration into the system.
Interfacing with IT on joint projects relating to Foundation, including integrations and APIs.
Actively participating in Foundation and knowledge management user groups and conferences to identify best practices and ideas for maximizing value from the Foundation platform.
Leading training and support for Marketing and other personnel on the effective use of the software. Educating users on features to get the team to use Foundation more efficiently.
Working in partnership with Business Development team members and attorneys.
Devising internal processes and procedures for best practices in using Foundation.
Periodically assisting in entering experience information data into the database. Working with the Marketing Database Assistant (who is primarily responsible for data entry projects) as needed.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree required. Equivalent experience will be considered.
Minimum of three (3) years of prior experience working at a professional services firm
Prior experience as a legal assistant/paralegal/attorney or in legal marketing a plus.
Experience with spreadsheets and databases required.
Experience with “experience” databases a plus, especially with software of the Foundation Software Group.
Proficiency in Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office Suite and/or related software.
Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders in different departments of the Firm.
Excellent project management skills and capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously.
Ability to work well in a team as well as independently.
Understanding of law firms and of the scope of work handled by large law firms.
Ability to conduct training sessions.
Experience documenting and communicating processes and workflows as well as managing data and data entry.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Possess exceptional judgement and professionalism.
Ability to define goals and follow through to achieve results.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Excellent organization and communications skills, both oral and written.
Exceptional client service to internal stakeholders.
The anticipated base salary for this position is $85,000 to $110,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.
Miller & Chevalier is hiring a Research Librarian. This position offers a highly competitive salary and a hybrid work schedule of 9 in-office days per month.
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Research Librarian will conduct domestic and international legal, non-legal, legislative, corporate, due diligence and business development research. The Research Librarian is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm's clients, attorneys, advisors and staff, and maintaining an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous development.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
One to three years' experience in a research role in a law firm library
Experience performing legal, legislative, corporate, business, competitive intelligence and due diligence research
Proficient in standard online research resources including, but not limited to: Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, and Hoovers, Microsoft Office programs, SharePoint,. Experience with restricted party screening databases (e.g. World-Check) preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Responsibilities
Perform complex legal and non-legal research, including legislative and regulatory histories, using online and print resources,
Assist attorneys and staff with research queries/strategy and current awareness monitoring
Assist in the Conflicts and New Matter intake process, including due diligence research on potential clients
Work closely with Marketing and other administrative departments to support the firm's client development and other business initiatives
Assist with the library's integrated library system, intranet pages, and other products and systems used to deliver information and services
Pursue continuing education opportunities and read professional literature to stay current on technological and research developments and industry best practice
This is an exempt position. Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Miller & Chevalier is an equal opportunity employer. All inquiries will be held in strict confidence. To apply, please email cover letter and resume to:
The Sr. Competitive Intelligence Analyst will conduct specialized research and analysis of companies, industries, markets and competitors, using a comprehensive variety of resources and a creative approach. The analyst will write and communicate insightful and actionable intelligence reports and provide meaningful recommendations to support business growth and the firm’s competitive position. The qualified individual will have the ability to work well in a collaborative environment, as well as independently.
Research, analyze and prepare reports on a wide variety of company, business, industry, markets and/or competitor data to support the firm’s business development and strategic initiatives.
Provide research assistance to lawyers to support practice or client-related projects as assigned.
Stays current on critical news developments affecting the legal and other industries, key clients and other topics, which may be assigned.
Keep metrics on work completed for monthly and annual reports.
Assist in efforts to market the CI Group’s service to firm personnel.
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Experience / Education
Requires advanced degree or some equivalent of education and experience with focus on market analysis and business intelligence/financial services research and a minimum of five years of business/competitive intelligence research experience. A knowledge of legal research would be a plus.
Skills and Competencies
Highly tuned research and analysis skills, with ability to analyze information for a variety of sources and draw conclusions to provide actionable intelligence. Strong understanding of the legal industry and the business environment impacting our clients, is highly recommended.
Exceptional written, oral communication and customer service skills.
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and distill information from diverse sources and deliver objective, meaningful insights in concise, compelling ways.
Solid ability working with financial/business, legal/litigation and industry-specific databases and Microsoft products, particularly Word and Excel. Data analysis skills would be a significant asset.
Thorough knowledge of M&A and private equity transactions and the ability to differentiate between multiple deal types and strategies.
Ability to work well with staff at all levels of the firm, as well as handle an array of projects, many under tight deadlines and in high-pressure situations.
Takes a proactive approach to assignments and demonstrates the ability to effectively manage multiple projects concurrently, with a flexibility and willingness to work extended hours as required.
Strong sense of urgency, intellectual curiosity and professional dedication, as well as a positive attitude, are expected.
This is a hybrid role which requires in-office attendance in accordance with the schedule set forth by the department. A hybrid schedule is an essential function of this role. Hiring in both the New York and D.C. offices.
Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Research Librarian will conduct domestic and international legal, non-legal, legislative, corporate, due diligence, and business development research. The Research Librarian is expected to perform all responsibilities with a commitment to providing superior service to the firm's clients, attorneys, advisors, and staff, and maintain an atmosphere of teamwork and continuous development.
Qualifications
Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
One to three years' experience in a research role in a law firm library
Experience performing legal, legislative, corporate, business, competitive intelligence, and due diligence research
Proficiency in: standard online research resources (including, but not limited to: Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, VitalLaw, and Hoovers), Microsoft Office programs, and SharePoint.
Experience with restricted party screening databases (e.g., World-Check) preferred
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Responsibilities
Perform complex legal and non-legal research, including legislative and regulatory histories, using online and print resources
Assist attorneys and staff with research queries/strategy and current awareness monitoring
Assist in the conflicts and new matter intake processes, including due diligence research on potential clients
Work closely with marketing and other administrative departments to support the firm's client development and other business initiatives
Assist with the library's integrated library system, intranet pages, and other products and systems used to deliver information and services
Pursue continuing education opportunities and read professional literature to stay current on technological and research developments and industry best practices
Hours: 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. This is an exempt position.
