Research Analyst

For the DC Office of a Prestigious Law Firm
This is a filled position.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide substantive research expertise to support the Firm's practice areas and BD efforts, including strategic research related to markets, industries, and competitors; educate and advise attorneys, paralegals, and staff on sources and strategies;
• Demonstrate expertise or solid evidence of interest and ability to research federal legislative history and regulations;
• Provide assistance in collection development, maintenance and use of physical library;
• Participate on projects that increase the value and visibility of Research Services function to the Firm; independently assess research requests and ensure that research meets stated and anticipated needs;
• Create tools, newsletters, and alerts for ongoing monitoring of clients, industries, and events.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree; Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science, JD or an MBA strongly preferred; 3+ years related experience, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience;
• Substantive knowledge of the legal materials and databases used to support the Firm's practice areas and research needs for client work and for BD efforts;
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills, and a deep understanding of research strategies; ability to synthesize large amounts of data and present ideas clearly;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective internal and external client relationships; ability to independently asses client needs;
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, with all levels of personnel, and to succeed in a teamwork environment;
• Strong planning, organizational and project management skills, including demonstrated ability to manage workload effectively and meet all stated deadlines.