Job DescriptionAs part of the firm-wide research team, the Analyst provides research expertise to support the Firm's practice areas and business development efforts, including research related to markets, industries, and competitors. In addition, the Analyst will create alerts, assist in attorney training and provide feedback on new research tools.
Primary Responsibilities and/or Essential functions:- Retrieve, package, and present information attorneys, colleagues, and other Firm departments.
- Handle a high volume of routine and complex research requests across all practice areas, including document retrieval, mining websites and other sources, populating spreadsheets with specified data.
- Create alerts for ongoing monitoring of clients, industries, and events.
- Investigate and assist with the implementation of new technologies and systems relevant to research services.
- Participate in learning programs and orientation cycles for new attorneys.
- Any additional responsibilities as required by management.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: - Familiarity with the Firm's portfolio of content such as Lexis, Westlaw, Bloomberg, Deal Point Data, Factset, LSEG, Intelligize, PacerPro, Wolters Kluwer VitalLaw, Capital IQ and more
- Demonstrated ability to instruct/train
- Strong writing skills and the ability to distill and present research product in a concise, professional manner
- Substantial research skills and a deep understanding of research strategies
- Creativity and flexibility
- Willingness to adjust hours and work the hours necessary to meet operating and business needs
Education/Certifications:- Master's Degree in Library Science required plus a minimum of four years related experience or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Minimum of two years' experience conducting research in a legal or corporate information center
- J.D., M.B.A., or other advanced degree is a plus
Estimated salary range is $110K - $120K. Compensation decisions within the range are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case including but not limited to the individual's skills, experience, and qualifications.
Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP offers a competitive compensation package comprised of base pay and discretionary year-end bonus for eligible employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, flexible spending plan and a 401K plan. Weil also offers generous paid time off and holidays.
