Research & Business Intelligence Analyst

Robins Kaplan LLP; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 51,935 - 56,949; Part time

Job summary

Robins Kaplan LLP in Minneapolis is seeking a part-time Research and Business Intelligence Analyst to support attorneys with legal and business research and to aid client development efforts. The role involves analyzing companies, markets, and competitors and delivering concise, actionable insights for client pitches and strategy.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of relevant experience; MLIS, MBA or JD are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 2+ years in legal, corporate, professional services or academic setting.
• MLIS, MBA or JD preferred; prior law firm library experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong customer service and analytical skills with ability to distill information.
• Proficiency in MS Office and library/research systems; comfortable with AI tools where appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal, business, competitive intelligence, and ad hoc research for attorneys and staff.
• Analyze companies, industries, markets, and competitors; deliver objective insights.
• Distill intelligence into actionable information for business development and client pitches.
• Coordinate delivery of standard and complex research deliverables; monitor trends.
• Assist with department administrative tasks and collaborate on team projects.

Skills

Customer service

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independent work

MS Office

Ticketing systems

Library catalog software

Research systems

AI tools openness

Education

Bachelor's degree

2+ years experience

MLIS / MBA / JD preferred

Law firm library experience preferred

Tools

Library catalog software

Research systems

Job description

Job Purpose

The Research and Business Intelligence Analyst will conduct legal research to support attorneys in case-related matters and will also conduct business development research to assist attorneys and staff in identifying prospective clients, preparing for client presentations and pitches, and strengthening relationships with existing clients. This position reports to the Manager of Research, Business Intelligence, and AI Enablement and works closely with the Marketing & Business Development team.

Work Schedule

This is a part-time position expected to average 20–25 hours per week. The firm offers flexibility in scheduling, with hours to be determined based on the selected candidate's availability and department needs. To support collaboration with the Research & Business Intelligence team, the selected candidate will be expected to work in the Minneapolis office one day each week, with Tuesday or Friday preferred. Due to the part-time classification of this role, this position is not benefit eligible.

Essential Functions

• Conduct legal research, business research, competitive intelligence, and other ad hoc research for all attorneys and staff members at the firm, using a wide variety of electronic and print resources
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis of companies, industries, markets, and competitors, delivering objective, meaningful insights in a concise and compelling way
• Distill and provide intelligence to create actionable information for business and client development strategy as well as client pitch meetings
• Coordinate production and delivery of standard customized research deliverables as well as larger and more in-depth research requests
• Monitor and report on legal and client market trends
• Perform administrative duties as needed for the department (i.e. password management, case pulls, online billing reports, book purchasing and borrowing, general reference requests, etc.)
• Assist with other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the department manager

Competencies

• Naturally curious and intellectually nimble
• Analytical and methodical, with strong judgment and the ability to present work thoughtfully and clearly
• Forward-looking and willing to embrace new technologies

Knowledge or Skills Required

• Strong customer service skills
• Strong analytic skills with the ability to synthesize and distill information from a wide variety of sources
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a high-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while simultaneously comfortable working with the team on group projects as needed
• MS Office proficiency and general computer proficiency
• Experience working within a ticketing system and with library catalog software
• Familiarity and ease with a wide variety of legal and business research systems
• Openness to using artificial intelligence tools when appropriate to increase efficiency

Educational And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in a legal, corporate, professional services or academic environment required.
• Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), MBA or JD preferred.
• Prior law firm library experience is strongly preferred.

Physical Demands of Position

Work is performed in a professional office environment and requires the following during the workday:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time (working at a computer)
• Ability to move/traverse throughout the office intermittently throughout the day (attend meetings, access file cabinets, obtain supplies from supply room, etc.)
• Operate computer and other office equipment such as a copy machine, printer, telephone, etc.
• Repetitive movement (i.e. heavy computer/keyboard use).
• Individual will interact regularly with others verbally, in-person, and via written communication.
• May require occasional light lifting (files, copy paper, etc.).

In addition to the essential functions outlined above

• Individual will provide additional assistance and support as directed by his/her supervisor.
• This job description is subject to change at any time.

Compensation

The hourly pay rate for this position is $37.70 – $41.34 per hour, depending on experience. This is a non-exempt position eligible for overtime. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job related factors permitted by law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Robins Kaplan LLP to provide equal employment opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. It is also our policy to work with individuals with disabilities when reasonable accommodations, sufficient to allow a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of their job, may be needed. It is our policy to be a workplace free from illegal discrimination and harassment.