Research Analyst - Later Hours

Chambers & Partners; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambers & Partners is seeking a Research Analyst in London to join our US research team, contributing to rankings and editorials with a focus on North American markets.

You will perform background research across practice areas, conduct interviews with lawyers and in-house counsel, and help craft insightful editorials that showcase firm strengths. The role requires strong writing, communication, and interview techniques, with careful data logging and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree educated with an interest or experience in conducting research and analysis of the North American market.
• Comfortable speaking on the phone to people from varying backgrounds.
• Strong writing skills, particularly the ability to write clearly and concisely.
• French language skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Background research to understand assigned practice areas and jurisdictions.
• With the support of the Research Manager, determine which lawyers to contact for interview.
• Conduct probing interviews with lawyers, asking open-ended questions.
• Interviewing in-house counsel and other third-party experts by telephone or via online questionnaire.
• Accurately logging communications and assessing progression of research.
• Pursue research leads from Chambers materials or independent sources.
• Build an understanding of key market participants.
• Analyze data to create accurate ranking tables reflecting the market.
• Produce informative editorials for the Chambers website and guides.

Skills

Interviewing

Research

Editorial writing

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Details: Research Analyst - Later Hours

Full details of the job.

Vacancy Name

Vacancy Name Research Analyst - Later Hours

Vacancy No

Vacancy No VN1226

Location

Location London

Employment Type

Employment Type Perm

Basis

Basis Full Time

Fixed Term Duration

Overview

Overview We are looking for Research Analysts in London to join our US research team, which works North America-facing hours from 12pm-8.30pm each day.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The North America research team will focus exclusively on US and Canada research, both for the main and Spotlight Guides, with particular emphasis on West Coast and Nationwide areas of research - though research allocation will vary depending on specialism and the requirements of the research schedule.
As a Research Analyst, you'll be at the forefront of shaping our renowned Chambers research process. Your adept interviewing skills will be instrumental in gathering invaluable insights from clients and lawyers, enriching our comprehensive analysis of interviews and submissions. Your keen attention to detail will ensure the accuracy of our ranking tables, while your knack for crafting engaging editorials will showcase the strengths of various law firms.
Your role will also involve diving into assigned practice areas and jurisdictions, where you'll meticulously gather factual information from law firm submissions, deal reports, and business press. Taking ownership of your assigned sections, you'll identify and interview key clients and lawyers, ensuring the depth and quality of our research. Regular collaboration with your Research Manager will be key in sharing your findings and insights.
At Chambers and Partners, we provide a clear career path for Research Analysts, coupled with exciting opportunities for cross-departmental growth. Join us in propelling your career forward while making meaningful contributions to the dynamic field of legal research.

Key Responsibilities:

• Background research to understand their assigned practice areas and jurisdictions.
• With the support of the Research Manager, determining which lawyers to contact for interview.
• Conducting probing interviews with lawyers, asking open-ended questions.
• Interviewing in-house counsel and other third-party experts by telephone or via an online questionnaire.
• Accurately logging communications and continually assessing progression of their research .
• Pursuing research leads gained via materials provided by the Chambers team, or through their own research .
• Building an understanding of, and relationships with, the key market participants.
• Analysing the data collected during the research phase to create accurate and impartial ranking tables that reflect the market.
• Producing an informative, business-focused editorial for the Chambers website and our guides.

Why you should apply

• Opportunity to work on, and deliver towards Chambers Rankings
• Fully responsible for the comprehensive nature of your editorial
• Developing a deepunderstanding of your assigned jurisdictions/practice area
• Interviewing in-house counsel and other third-party experts by telephone
• Structured career development programme, led by our Early Careers Manager

Skills, Experience & Personal Attributes

• Degree educated with an interest or experiencein conducting research and analysis of the North Americanmarket.
• Comfortable speaking on the phone to people from varying backgrounds
• Strong writingskills,particularlytheabilitytowriteclearlyandconcisely
• French language skills are beneficial
• High attention to detail.
• Organised and methodical.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet set deadlines.
• Intellectually curious

Equal Opportunity Statement

Applicantswho identify as Disabled and/or Neurodiverse will be entitled to an interview if they meet the minimum criteria as specified in the Job Description, additionally we will offer reasonable adjustments to those who require them. Some examples of reasonable adjustments are extra time in assessments, video interviews to combat travel-based issues and advice on expected interview topics/questions.

About Us

About Us Chambers is the leading legal data and intelligence partner for lawyers, firms, and in-house teams.
We conduct over 350,000 research interviews and surveys with in-house counsel every year, and receive 62,000 submissions from 9,000 firms worldwide, giving us unrivalled insight into the legal sector.
This research powers Chambers Rankings - the definitive guide to the best legal talent - and our Intelligence, which delivers the insights helping firms and in-house teams to succeed.
Our independent, rigorous research identifies the exceptional and charts the path to success, enabling legal professionals to see with clarity, decide with confidence, and plan with ambition.