Global role! Excellent opportunity for a Librarian to lead the provision and development of library and information services within this leading global law firm. You will be responsible for a range of activities with particular emphasis on the global coordination of services and support to fee earners and other staff. You will also be responsible for the improvement and integration of related technology, process and tools, improving the return on investment on information and library resources, management reporting, stakeholder management and the management of relationships and investment decisions related to external vendors and content.
Responsibilities include:
· Work with relevant stakeholders, and users, across the firm to develop and maintain a portfolio of cost-effective and highly valued Library and Information Services that are aligned with the strategic direction of the firm, offices, and practice groups
· Take a strategic view and active management of a global collection of information resources, both hard copy and online, that meet the firm’s information needs whilst delivering value for money
· Manage the global LIS budget including contract renewals, contract negotiation, and ongoing liaison with external vendors and suppliers
· Act as firm subject matter expert with regard to LIS and content sources and remain abreast of new and emerging trends including technologies, vendors, user habits/trends, and delivery models and reflect these in the LIS strategy and program as appropriate
· Conduct periodic review of new and existing electronic resources and technology that leverage new capabilities, improve access to information resources, and enhance service and research efficiencies
· Implement service levels and measures to ensure high standards of service delivery and quality control, including implementation and delivery of a Global Reference Desk model to provide extended coverage to the firm’s lawyers
· Manage, support, and promote the use of LIS and resources, with particular focus on improving global awareness and access, to maximise client service quality and working efficiencies
· Develop and maintain an extensive training programme that reflects global and local tools and requirements for new joiners and meets the on-going training needs of partners and associates
· Lead a global team of LIS professionals, matching resource to business need and taking personal responsibility for the performance management and skills and career development of direct reports
To be considered for this role you will need the following skills and experience:
· Experience of managing a global team with ability to lead and inspire
· Demonstrable experience of developing innovative library solutions and services to match the requirements of an international law firm
· Educated to degree level
· Master’s degree in Library Management/Information Services required
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in a global leadership position
· Ability to engage with external vendors and conduct commercial discussions
· Strong understanding of current and emerging trends in library services and technology as well as user preferences with regard to access to online content
· Ability to work globally and interpret and translate business requirements into actionable programs and solutions
· Excellent understanding of the critical success factors for a LIS function
· Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
· Enthusiastic about service innovation and managing and exploiting legal resources with a commercial focus
CB Resourcing operates as both an employment agency and an employment business. Applicants will need to be able to provide us with proof of their eligibility to work in the UK/US on request.
Please email [email protected] with your CV and contact details for a confidential discussion about this position.
