This role can be based in either Leeds or Manchester and is available for 9 – 12 months and for 21 hours per week.
Key responsibilities include:
· Developing and maintaining an understanding of the firm’s divisions / practice areas and market sectors in terms of their likely research needs and as sources of internal know-how
· Providing in-depth reactive and proactive research and analysis
· Applying knowledge of the firm’s business to highlight potential market opportunities
· Producing tailored current awareness to the firm and its clients using appropriate sources and technology
· Managing information resources and knowledge in support of divisional / practice area teams
· Providing training and advice regarding research skills to new joiners and Trainee Solicitors
· Building effective relationships at all levels across the firm
To be considered for this role you will need the following skills and experience:
· Good current knowledge of online information databases
· Strong communication and influencing skills
· Proven research and analysis experience
· Excellent academic achievement
· Commercially minded with strong customer service skills
· Confidence to delegate and negotiate work deadlines
· Able to work on own initiative to tight deadlines and co-ordinate competing activities whilst maintaining a calm and professional manner
· IT literate with a good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook; experience of knowledge management tools such as SharePoint or HighQ preferred
If you’re interested in this role please email your CV to me to arrange a confidential discussion.
Many thanks,
Jayne
