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Mintz · 1 week ago

Research Analyst

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

2+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Manages manual docket tracks and reoccurring searches for Research Services.

Conducts and presents research and analysis in business development, legal, and other subjects using appropriate print or electronic resources and seeks direction from more senior staff when needed.

Respond to questions or research issues accurately, and in a timely and cost-effective manner.

Acts as liaison and resource specialist to sections and practices at the firm.

Provide back-up support to practice, subject, industry and/or type of research specialist in areas identified by the Manager, Research Services.

Assist in article ordering and record keeping.

Assist in managing ILL and record keeping.

Assist in developing content for the intranet and other knowledge sharing platforms.

Prepare Research Guides and update department documentation.

Participate in collection development, collection maintenance, supervision of filing services, shelf reading and other activities to make sure that we maintain a useful collection in each office.

Assist with the development of orientation and training materials as requested.

Participate in special projects and large research requests as assigned.

Assume additional responsibilities as requested.

Maintain current knowledge of developments in research and competitive intelligence services and resources.

Maintain awareness of current and emerging technologies relevant to research services and share knowledge with the team.

Actively participate in department meetings.

Establish relationships with vendor representatives.

Take advantage of training on research products.

Regularly meet with assigned mentor.

Qualification

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Research methodologyPrint resourcesElectronic resourcesMajor research servicesLibrary technologiesCommunication softwareKnowledge sharing productsInformation analysisReport preparationExecutive summariesBusiness writingRelationship buildingLaw firm experienceProblem-solvingOrganizationalOral communicationWritten communicationInterpersonalCustomer serviceIndependent workTeamworkSelf-motivatedResourcefulCreativeFlexibility

Required

Bachelor’s degree required. Master of Library Science or other comparable degree strongly encouraged.

2 years+ experience providing research and reference in a law firm or corporate environment. Law firm experience is strongly preferred.

Knowledge of research methodology as well as print and electronic resources in some areas of law relevant to the firm’s practice areas.

Proficiency with major research services.

Familiarity with library technologies, including software and products used for communication, research and knowledge sharing.

Ability to analyze, evaluate and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

Ability to prepare reports, executive summaries, and other correspondence necessary to communicate research results.

Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Strong oral and written communication skills, including business-writing skills.

Works effectively under pressure and is able to manage multiple priorities under deadlines.

Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to forge relationships with management, colleagues and a diverse clientele; strong customer service orientation.

Works well independently and as part of a team.

Self-motivated, resourceful and creative.

Flexibility to work overtime when necessary.

Company

Mintz

Glassdoor

4.1

Mintz is a general practice, full service law firm servicing public corporations, privately held businesses and entrepreneurs.

Founded in 2001

Boston, Massachusetts, USA

1,001-5,000 employees

http://www.mintz.com

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