Senior Research, Knowledge Analyst

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🏄 California – Remote

🏄 California – Remote

💵 $120k - $145k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

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Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates

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1001 - 5000 employees

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP and Affiliates delivers the highest quality advice and novel solutions to legal challenges, enabling clients to achieve their business goals. We are known for the innovative and creative thinking we rely on to handle the most complex transactions, litigation/controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as the open, collaborative relationships we build with clients, including corporations; financial and governmental entities; small, entrepreneurial companies; and cultural, educational and charitable institutions. Our attorneys, who reflect diverse backgrounds and perspectives, collaborate seamlessly across our 21 offices in the world’s major financial centers.

📋 Description

• Supports complex research and Knowledge Management (KM) initiatives for Firm attorneys and business services professionals across the globe, incorporating new technology. • Performs cost-efficient ready reference and in-depth research on legal, corporate and other topics using online and print resources. • Distills research results into clear and concise reports of findings. • Provides training to Research & Knowledge Analysts and other staff members. • Creates and maintains alert services that identify matters of interest to attorneys, as well as existing and potential clients. • Works independently and with the Knowledge Strategy (KS) team and selected practice areas to choose, collect, organize, maintain, and update content for practice area websites and databases. • Disseminates knowledge resources via Firm wide intranet and databases to attorneys. • Collaborates with practice group leaders and other attorneys to design effective KS websites and databases. • Establishes relationships with attorneys to promote awareness of KS initiatives and to solicit their participation. • Evaluates new and updated versions of information resources, online and print sources, and recommends beneficial information sources for the firm. • Helps facilitate access to and encourages the effective use of internal and external knowledge resources. • Provides full service research and KM support when working remotely or in the office. • Assists with creating and maintaining best practices. • Assists with evaluating new and updated versions of information resources, both online and print, and recommends beneficial information sources for the Firm. • Develops subject specific guides, tip sheets and training materials as department needs and resources change. • Uses workflow software for the distribution and recording of research and KM requests. • Ensures continuity of Research & Knowledge Services operations during Manager absences as needed. • Manages Firm resources responsibly. • Complies with and understands Firm operation, policies and procedures. • Performs other duties as assigned.

🎯 Requirements

• Master's Degree in Library Science or a minimum of four years directly related experience. • Minimum of six years' experience conducting research in a legal or corporate information center. • Expertise in using computer-based research tools: Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg Law, Intelligize, Practical Law, PLI, Capital IQ, Deal Point Data, SNL, VitalLaw, Pitchbook, Courthouse News Services, Accurint, HeinOnline, Fromcounsel, Filings Expert and more. • Broad and thorough knowledge of legal, business and financial information sources. • Understanding of knowledge management principles, technology and best practices. • Thorough competency with relevant firm computer software programs (e.g., Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), with the ability to learn new software and operating systems. • Demonstrates ability to leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to support research and analysis. • Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and in writing. • Demonstrates close attention to detail. • Demonstrates a courteous and professional demeanor and prioritizes a highly positive, customer-service approach. • Proven ability in using web page editors. • Ability to work well independently as well as effectively within a team. • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. • Ability to handle multiple projects and shifting priorities. • Ability to handle sensitive matters and maintain confidentiality. • Ability to organize and prioritize work. • Ability to work well in a demanding and fast-paced environment. • Ability to use discretion and exercise independent and sound judgment. • Flexibility to travel. • Flexibility to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs.

🏖️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries and year-end discretionary bonuses. • Comprehensive health care (medical, dental, vision), savings plan/401(k) and voluntary benefits. • Generous paid time off. • Paid leave options, including parental. • In-classroom, remote, and on-demand learning and professional development opportunities. • Robust well-being classes and programs. • Opportunities to give back and make an impact in local communities.