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Morrison & Foerster - Research Analyst (Level 1)

Location: USA - CA - Los Angeles

MORRISON & FOERSTER is looking for a Research Analyst (Level 1) for the Library (Research Services of our Los Angeles Office. Hours are 40-hours, 5-days a week, including Saturdays.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Research Services Manager or Director of Research Services

RESPONSIBILITIES: Guided by department objectives and priorities, works as part of a firm wide team to provide substantive research expertise for client work and business development efforts. Participates on project teams. Ensures client service and satisfaction are attained in all areas of the position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Professional Expertise

  • As part of a firm-wide research team, provide substantive research expertise to support the firm's practice areas and business development efforts, including strategic research related to markets, industries, and competitors.
  • Create current awareness tools, newsletters, and alerts for ongoing monitoring of clients, industries, and events.
  • Demonstrate strong writing skills and the ability to distill and present research work product in a concise, professional manner.
  • Proactively and independently assess research requests and ensure that research meets stated and anticipated needs.
  • Ensure that library services are effectively promoted to attorneys and timekeepers.
  • Educate and advise attorneys, paralegals, and staff on sources and strategies for research.
  • Provide assistance in collection development and maintenance and library space utilization.
  • Participates on projects that increase the value of library services to the Firm.
  • Develops project management skills and may lead projects.
  • Track and record billable and non-billable time spent providing research services to library clients according to the Firm's library billing policy. Close time notes on a daily basis.

Client Service, Confidentiality, and Safety

  • Consistently promote and model the Firm's Client Service Principles in leadership, teamwork, work product, and personal interaction.
  • Ensure compliance with the Firm's Information Handling Policy, including safeguarding confidential and personal information, and reporting any suspected breach appropriately and immediately.
  • Adhere to the Firm's General Safety Practices and any unique safety practices for department and building.

OTHER DUTIES

  • Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

  • Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science or equivalent degree such as a J.D. or an M.B.A. strongly preferred plus a minimum of three 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 business development efforts.

Teamwork and Applied Skills

  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective internal and external client relationships.
  • Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to analyze problems logically and methodically and to absorb and synthesize large amounts of data into practical intelligence.
  • Strong writing skills and ability to exchange information and to present ideas, report facts and convey information clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to effectively apply independent judgment.
  • Strong motivation to apply skills and knowledge proactively.
  • Ability to follow complex instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
  • Ability to independently assess client needs and to develop responsive solutions.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with all levels of personnel and to succeed in a teamwork environment.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills, including demonstrated ability to manage workload effectively and meet all stated deadlines.
  • Strong sense of urgency and professional dedication.
  • Proficient in Word, Adobe Acrobat Professional, and PowerPoint. Strong Excel skills are a plus.

HOW TO APPLY

To view full posting and apply visit http://mofocareers.com/ This job is listed under job ID 23725.

Only online applications will be considered. You will receive a confirmation of your application via email. No phone calls please.

Morrison & Foerster is not accepting resumes or referrals from agencies. If you are a recruiter, search firm, or employment agency, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate even if Morrison & Foerster hires the candidate.