Research Librarian

Glen Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law practice is seeking a dedicated individual to join their library/information team. The role involves conducting business and legal research, producing newsletters, and delivering training on information resources. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and a qualification in Library/Information Studies.

Qualifications

• Relevant library & information work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of legal or business information databases required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver business and legal research using various resources.
• Produce newsletters on sectors, clients, or key topics.
• Assist in training on online information products.

Skills

Research

Training Delivery

Information Management

Education

Postgraduate or Graduate Qualification in Library/Information Studies

Tools

SharePoint

Automated Library Management Systems

Job description

To work as part of a well-established library/information team for an international law practice.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Help to deliver business and legal research using a wide range of online and hardcopy resources.
2. Use legal and business information online databases to provide a current awareness service.
3. Produce and collate newsletters on sectors, clients, or key topics.
4. Provide research on clients to support business pitches.
5. Assist in delivering training on online information products and research techniques.
6. Assist in the selection, procurement, and cataloguing of hardcopy resources.
7. Process the payment of invoices.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

1. Ideally, some relevant library & information work experience.
2. Knowledge of legal or business information and research databases.
3. Ability to demonstrate competence in delivering training.
4. Experience using SharePoint and automated library management systems.
5. Postgraduate or graduate qualification in Library/Information Studies (or equivalent).